HandyLab 600 Overview Overview HandyLab 600 meter The HandyLab 600 digital compact precision pH meter enables you to perform pH and ORP measurements rapidly and reliably. The HandyLab 600 provides the maximum degree of operating comfort, reli- ability and measuring certainty for all applications. The HandyLab 600 supports you in your work with the following functions: ...
Overview HandyLab 600 process signals in the sensor digitally so that precise and interference-free measurements are enabled even with long cables facilitate to assign a sensor to a measured parameter with differently colored couplings have quick-lock couplings with which to fix the sensors to the meter. Sensor data from IDS sensors transmit the following sensor data to the meter: IDS sensors...
HandyLab 600 Safety Safety Safety information 2.1.1 Safety information in the operating manual This operating manual provides important information on the safe operation of the meter. Read this operating manual thoroughly and make yourself familiar with the meter before putting it into operation or working with it. The operating manual must be kept in the vicinity of the meter so you can always find the infor- mation you need.
Safety HandyLab 600 Safe operation 2.2.1 Authorized use This meter is authorized exclusively for pH and ORP measurements in the laboratory. Only the operation and running of the meter according to the instructions and technical specifications given in this operating manual is authorized (see section 12 T , page ECHNICAL DATA 62).
HandyLab 600 Commissioning Commissioning Scope of delivery Meter HandyLab 600 4 batteries 1.5 V Mignon type AA USB cable (A plug on mini B plug) Short instructions CD-ROM with – USB drivers – detailed operating manual –...
Commissioning HandyLab 600 3.3.1 Inserting the batteries 1 Screws 2 Battery compartment Open the battery compartment (1) on the underside of the meter. CAUTION Make sure that the poles of the batteries are positioned cor- rectly. ± The ± signs on the batteries must correspond to the signs in the battery compartment.
HandyLab 600 Operation Operation General operating principles 4.1.1 Keypad In this operating manual, keys are indicated by brackets <..> . The key symbol (e.g. <ENTER>) generally indicates a short keystroke (under 2 sec) in this operating manual. A long keystroke (approx. 2 sec) is indicated by the underscore behind the key symbol (e.g.
Operation HandyLab 600 4.1.2 Display 7.007 25.0 °C HOLD AR 01.02.2014 Info USB output 08:00 1 Status information (sensor) 2 Measured value 3 Measured parameter 4 Continuous measurement control (CMC function) 5 Sensor symbol (calibration evaluation, calibration interval) 6 Measured temperature (with unit) 7 Status information (meter) 8 Softkeys and date + time 4.1.3 Status information (meter)
HandyLab 600 Operation 4.1.4 Connectors 1 Digital sensors (pH and ORP) 2 USB B (device) interface 3 Service interface CAUTION Only connect sensors to the meter that cannot return any volt- ages or currents that are not allowed (> SELV and > current circuit with current limiting).
Operation HandyLab 600 7.007 25.0 °C BlueLine 24 pH IDS 01.02.2014 B092500013 More 08:00 Display further sensor data (settings) with <F1>/[More]. BlueLine 24 pH IDS B092500013 pH resolution 0.001 mV resolution Buffer Calibration interval Unit for slope mV/pH QSC: 01.02.2014 Back 08:00 Switching on the meter...
HandyLab 600 Operation Navigation 4.4.1 Operating modes Operating mode Explanation Measuring The measurement data of the connected sensor are shown in the measured value display Calibration The course of a calibration with calibration information, functions and settings is displayed Storing in The meter stores measuring data automatically or man- memory ually...
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Operation HandyLab 600 Settings Settings are indicated by a colon. The current setting is displayed on the right-hand side. The setting mode is opened with <ENTER>. Subsequently, the setting can be changed with < >< > and <ENTER>. Example: General Language: Deutsch...
HandyLab 600 Operation 4.4.4 Navigation example 1:Setting the language Press the <On/Off> key. The measured value display appears. The instrument is in the measuring mode. 7.007 25.0 °C 01.02.2014 Info USB output 08:00 Using <ENTER_ >, open the Storage & config menu. The instrument is in the setting mode.
Operation HandyLab 600 Select the General submenu with < >< >. The current selection is displayed with a frame. Open the General submenu with <ENTER>. General Language: Deutsch Audio signal: Illumination: Contrast: 50 % Shutoff time: Temperature unit: °C Stability control 01.02.2014 Back 08:00...
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HandyLab 600 Operation Therefore, check the time at regular intervals. The date and time are reset to default after a fall of the supply volt- age (empty batteries). Setting the date, The date format can be switched from the display of day, month, year time and date format (dd.mm.yy) to the display of month, day, year (mm/dd/yy or mm.dd.yy).
pH value HandyLab 600 pH value Measuring 5.1.1 Measuring the pH value NOTE When connecting a grounded PC/printer, measurements cannot be performed in grounded media as the values would be incorrect. The USB interface is not galvanically isolated. Connect the IDS pH sensor to the meter. The pH measuring window is displayed.
HandyLab 600 pH value You can terminate the Stability control function and the HOLD func- tion with <AR> or <M> at any time. Using <ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manually. The [AR] status indicator appears while the measured value is assessed as not stable.
pH value HandyLab 600 The settings for the temperature are selected in the menu for cali- bration and measurement settings (see section 7.1.1 S ETTINGS FOR , page 40). MEASUREMENTS The display of the temperature indicates the active temperature measuring mode: Tempera- Resolution of the...
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HandyLab 600 pH value Buffer -180.0 24.8 °C 01.07.2011 08:00 Thoroughly rinse the sensor with deionized water. Immerse the sensor in the first buffer solution. For measurements without temperature sensor : Enter the temperature of the buffer with < >< >.
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pH value HandyLab 600 Start the measurement with <ENTER>. The measured value is checked for stability (stability control). The [AR] status indicator is displayed. The measured parameter flashes. 7.000 Buffer 24.8 °C 01.07.2011 08:00 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or ter- minate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <ENTER>.
HandyLab 600 pH value If necessary, use <M> to finish the calibration. The calibration record is displayed. Switch to calibration with the next buffer with <ENTER>. Calibration is automatically completed after the last buffer of a buf- fer set has been measured. Then the calibration record is dis- played.
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pH value HandyLab 600 7.000 Buffer 24.8 °C ConCal 01.07.2011 08:00 Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or ter- minate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <ENTER>. The pH value of the buffer solution is displayed. Buffer 7.000 24.8 °C...
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HandyLab 600 pH value Wait for the measurement with stability control to be completed or ter- minate the stability control and take over the calibration value with <ENTER>. The pH value of the buffer solution is displayed. Buffer 4.035 24.8 °C ConCal 01.07.2011 08:00...
pH value HandyLab 600 Set the nominal buffer value for the measured temperature with < >< >. Accept the calibration value with <ENTER>. The calibration display for the next buffer appears (voltage display). If necessary, use <M> to finish the calibration. The calibration record is displayed.
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HandyLab 600 pH value Displaying the cali- The calibration record of the last calibration is to be found under the menu item, bration data Calibration / Calibration record. To open it in the measured value display, press the <CAL_ > key. The calibration records of the last 10 calibrations are to be found in the menu, Calibration / Calibration data storage / Display.
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pH value HandyLab 600 Display Calibration Zero point Slope [mV/pH] record [mV] -30 ... <-25 -62.0 ... <-61.0 ->+25 ... +30 >-56.0 ... -50.0 Clean the IDS sensor according to the sensor operating manual Error Error <-30 <-62.0 >+30 > -50,0 Error elimination (see section 11 W ..., page 59) HAT TO DO IF...
HandyLab 600 pH value 5.2.7 Continuous measurement control (CMC function) The Continuous Measurement Control (CMC function) facilitates to evaluate the current measured value instantly and definitely. After each successful calibration the scale of the pH measuring range is dis- played in the measured value display. Here you can very clearly see whether or not the current measured value is in the calibrated part of the measuring range.
pH value HandyLab 600 5.2.8 QSC function (sensor quality control) General information The QSC function (Quality Sensor Control) is a new sensor evaluation for on the QSC function digital IDS sensors. It evaluates the condition of an IDS pH sensor individually and with a very fine grading.
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HandyLab 600 pH value Carry out the normal calibrations for your special measuring range with your usual standard solutions as previously done. As soon as the QSC function was enabled for an IDS sensor, it is not possible to return to the sensor evaluation with the sensor symbol for this sensor.
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pH value HandyLab 600 sor evaluation. 7.007 25.0 °C 01.02.2014 Info USB output 08:00 1 QSC scale The double arrow on the QSC scale indicates the current sensor evaluation Carrying out a QSC A QSC control calibration can, e.g. be useful if the sensor evaluation noticeably control calibration changed (after some normal calibrations).
HandyLab 600 Measuring 6.1.1 Measuring the ORP NOTE When connecting a grounded PC/printer, measurements cannot be performed in grounded media as the values would be incorrect. The USB interface is not galvanically isolated. IDS ORP sensors are not calibrated. However, you can check IDS ORP sensors using a test solution.
HandyLab 600 You can terminate the Stability control function and the HOLD func- tion with <AR> or <M> at any time. Using <ENTER>, activate the Stability control function manually. The [AR] status indicator appears while the measured value is assessed as not stable. A progress bar is displayed and the display of the measured parameter flashes.
HandyLab 600 0.1 °C Automatic with temperature sensor 1 °C Manual ORP calibration ORP electrodes are not calibrated. You can, however, check ORP electrodes by measuring the ORP of a test solution and comparing the value with the nominal value. ba77064e04 08/2021...
Settings HandyLab 600 Settings pH measurement settings 7.1.1 Settings for pH measurements Settings The settings are made in the menu for calibration and measurement settings of the pH measurement. To open the settings, display the required measured parameter in the measured value display and press the <ENTER> key. After completing the settings, switch to the measured value display with <M>.
HandyLab 600 Settings Menu item Possible Explanation setting Setting Resolution of the pH display pH resolution 0.001 0.01 Resolution of the mV display mV resolution Resets all sensor settings to the delivery condition (see sec- Reset tion 7.4.1 R , page 47). ESETTING THE MEASUREMENT SETTINGS 7.1.2 Buffer sets for calibration You can use the buffer sets quoted in the table for an automatic calibration.
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Settings HandyLab 600 Buffer set * pH values 1.090 25 °C DIN 19267 4.650 6.790 9.230 1.679 25 °C Mettler Toledo USA * 4.003 7.002 10.013 1.995 25 °C Mettler Toledo EU * 4.005 7.002 9.208 2.007 25 °C Fisher * 4.002 7.004 10.002...
Settings HandyLab 600 You can change the interval (1 ... 999 days): Open the menu for measurement settings with <ENTER>. In the Calibration / Calibration interval menu, set the calibration interval with < >< >. Confirm the setting with <ENTER>. Quit the menu with <M>.
HandyLab 600 Settings Menu item Possible setting Explanation System / General / Con- Changes the display contrast 0 ... 50 ... 100 % trast System / General / Shutoff Adjusts the switch-off time 10 min ... 1h ... time 24 h System / General / Tem- Temperature unit, °C...
Settings HandyLab 600 7.3.3 Automatic Stability control The automatic Stability control (AutoRead) function continuously checks the stability of the measurement signal. The stability has a considerable impact on the reproducibility of measured values. You can activate or switch off the automatic Stability control function (see section 7.3 S , page 44).
HandyLab 600 Settings Reset You can reset (initialize) all sensor settings and sensor-independent settings separately from each other. 7.4.1 Resetting the measurement settings The calibration data are reset to the default settings together with the measuring parameters. Recalibrate after performing a reset. The following settings for pH measurements are reset to the default settings with the Reset function: Setting...
Settings HandyLab 600 7.4.2 Resetting the system settings The following system settings can be reset to the default condition: Setting Default settings English Language Audio signal 4800 Baud Baud rate ASCII Output format Decimal separator 50 % Contrast Auto Illumination Shutoff time °C Temperature unit...
HandyLab 600 Data memory Data memory You can store measured values (datasets) to the data memory: Manual data storage (see section 8.1 M , page 49) ANUAL STORAGE Automatic data storage at intervals (see section 8.2 A UTOMATIC DATA STOR , page 50) AGE AT INTERVALS Each data storage process transmits the current dataset to the interface at the...
Data memory HandyLab 600 Automatic data storage at intervals The storage interval (Interval) determines the time interval between automatic data storage processes. Each data storage process transmits the current data- set to the interface at the same time. Configuring the Press the <STO_>...
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HandyLab 600 Data memory Starting the auto- To start the automatic storage function, select continue with < >< > and con- matic storage func- firm with <ENTER>. The meter switches to the measured value display. tion 7.007 25.0 °C 0d03h00min 01.02.2014 08:00 1 Remaining storage duration...
Data memory HandyLab 600 Measurement data memory 8.3.1 Editing the measurement data memory The contents of the manual or automatic measurement data memory can be shown on the display. Each of the measurement data memories has a function to erase the entire contents.
HandyLab 600 Data memory Display presentation Manual data storage 3 of 64 of a dataset 01.02.2014 07:43:33 ID number: 1 BlueLine 24 pH IDS B092500013 pH 7.000 24.8 °C AR Sensor: +++ 01.02.2014 Back USB output 08:00 Representation of a 01.02.2014 07:43:33 dataset HandyLab 600...
Data memory HandyLab 600 8.3.3 Measurement dataset A complete dataset consists of: Date/time Meter name, series number Sensor name, series number ID number Measured value of the connected sensor Measured temperature value of the connected sensor ...
HandyLab 600 Transmitting data (USB interface) Transmitting data (USB interface) Outputting current measurement data Output the current measurement data to the USB-B interface with <F2>[USB output]. Transmitting data (to a PC) The meter has a USB-B interface (USB Device) e.g. to connect a PC. Via the USB-B interface (USB Device) you can store data to a PC or printer and update the meter software.
Transmitting data (USB interface) HandyLab 600 Options for data storage to a PC Via the USB-B interface you can store data to a PC. The following table shows which data are transmitted to the interface in which way: Data Control Operation / description Current Manual...
HandyLab 600 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal Maintenance, cleaning, disposal 10.1 Maintenance 10.1.1 General maintenance activities The only maintenance activity required is replacing the batteries. See the relevant operating manuals of the IDS sensors for instruc- tions on maintenance. 10.1.2 Replacing the batteries 1 Screws 2 Battery compartment Unscrew the two screws (1) on the underside of the meter.
Maintenance, cleaning, disposal HandyLab 600 Place four batteries (type Mignon AA) in the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment (2) and tighten the screws (1). Set the date and time (see section 4.4.5 E XAMPLE ON NAVIGATION ETTING THE DATE AND , page 20).
HandyLab 600 What to do if... What to do if... 11.1 pH More information and instructions on cleaning and exchange of sensors are given in the documentation of your sensor. Error message The measured value is outside the measuring range. OFL, UFL Cause Remedy...
What to do if... HandyLab 600 No stable measured Cause Remedy value IDS pH sensor: – Junction contaminated – Clean junction – Membrane contaminated – Clean membrane Test sample: – pH value not stable – Measure with air excluded if neces- sary –...
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HandyLab 600 What to do if... Meter does not react Cause Remedy to keystroke – Operating condition undefined – Processor reset: or EMC load unallowed Press the <ENTER> and <On/Off> key simultaneously You want to know Cause Remedy which software –...
Technical data HandyLab 600 Technical data 12.1 Measuring ranges, resolution, accuracy The data are given in the documentation of your sensor. 12.2 General data Dimensions HandyLab 600: Approx. 180 x 80 x 55 mm Weight HandyLab 600: Approx. 0.4 kg Mechanical structure Type of protection IP 67...
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HandyLab 600 Technical data Meter safety EC directive 2006/95/EC EN 61010-1 IP protection class EN 60529 ba77064e04 08/2021...
Firmware update HandyLab 600 Firmware update 13.1 Firmware update for the meter HandyLab 600 You can find available firmware update files for your meter on the Internet. With the "Firmware Update " program and a PC you can update the firmware of the HandyLab 600 to the newest version.
HandyLab 600 Firmware update 13.2 Firmware-Update for IDS Sensors With the "Firmware Update" program and a PC you can update the firmware of an IDS sensor to the newest version. You can find available firmware update files for your IDS sensor on the Internet. For updating, connect the IDS sensor to the HandyLab 600, and the HandyLab 600 to a PC.
Glossary HandyLab 600 Glossary pH/ORP Asymmetry see zero point Junction The junction is a porous body in the housing wall of reference elec- trodes or electrolyte bridges. It arranges the electrical contact between two solutions and makes the electrolyte exchange more difficult. The expression, junction, is also used for ground or junction-less transitions.
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HandyLab 600 Glossary Test sample Designation of the test sample ready to be measured. Normally, a test sample is made by processing the original sample. The test sample and original sample are identical if the test sample was not processed. Measured value The measured value is the special value of a measured parameter to be determined.
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