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Sony NOS-DX1000 Help Manual

Next-gen olfactometry system for custom cartridges
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Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges
NOS-DX1000
This manual explains the basic usage for Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges.
Introduction
Features of this product
Important notes
Checking the package contents
Guide to parts and controls
"Scent Canvas" App Home screen
Preparations
Preparation Step 1: Arranging all of the necessary items
Preparation Step 2: Configuring the initial settings with the "Scent Canvas" app
Preparation Step 3: Removing sub-cartridges from the cartridge
Preparation Step 4: Affixing stickers to the sub-cartridges
Preparation Step 5: Injecting the odorant into the sub-cartridge
Preparation Step 6: Installing the sub-cartridges in the cartridge
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 This manual explains the basic usage for Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges. Introduction Features of this product Important notes Checking the package contents Guide to parts and controls “Scent Canvas” App Home screen...
  • Page 2 Preparation Step 7: Setting the cartridge into the unit Preparation Step 8: Turning on the power to the unit Preparation Step 9: Connecting the unit and tablet Preparation Step 10: Linking the cartridge and the cartridge setting Creating a Process Overview of the four types of templates Before creating a process Creating an [Index] process...
  • Page 3 Replacing the cartridge Replacing the deodorization filter Maintenance Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you encounter problems Precautions/Specifications Precautions Disposal Specifications Trademarks and copyrights V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 4: Features Of This Product

    Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Features of this product This product is a “Next-Gen Olfactometry System” that releases odorants by setting a custom cartridge (sold separately) in the unit and operating a dedicated “Scent Canvas™” app.
  • Page 5 V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 6: Important Notes

    Furthermore, the material may be subject to change without notice. Customers shall be responsible for making decisions about the compatibility of odorants. Sony does not assume any responsibility for the odorants used. Follow the steps listed in this Help Guide or the Startup Guide to carry out the series of odorant injection tasks. If the work is not performed correctly, the odorant may leak, adhere to the unit, and leave an odor.

  • Page 7: Checking The Package Contents

    Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Checking the package contents In the event that any items are missing, please contact the dealer where the unit was purchased. The numbers in parentheses indicate the number of each item.
  • Page 8 Nose guide (a)/odorant release port cover (b) Install a new nose guide on the unit for each user. When not in use, install the odorant release port cover on the unit. (a) Hole open (b) Hole closed V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 9: Guide To Parts And Controls

    Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Guide to parts and controls Main unit Front cover OPEN lever When attaching or replacing the cartridge, slide the OPEN lever to remove the front cover. Front cover Open the front cover, remove the cartridge cover, and attach or replace the cartridge.
  • Page 10 Power indicator Indicates the power status. Indicator color Indicator status Power status Green Lit up Power is turned on Power is turned off Device name plate Tablet Please see the Operating Instructions for the dedicated tablet. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 “Scent Canvas” App Home screen The “Scent Canvas” App has two modes: Administrator Mode and User Mode. The content displayed on the Home screen changes depending on the mode. Change the mode under (Settings) —...
  • Page 12 (On/Off). When it is switched on, it is in Administrator Mode, and when switched off, it is in User Mode. Note The screen images shown in this Help Guide may differ from the actual screens. Related Topic Releasing a process Switching between Administrator Mode/User Mode V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 13: Optional Accessories

    Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 1: Arranging all of the necessary items To inject the odorants into the sub-cartridges and prepare the cartridge, prepare the following items in advance. Optional accessories Custom cartridge Cartridge clamper Commercially available items The necessary items are not limited to those listed below.
  • Page 14 The illustration shows a micropipette for reference only. Protective glasses Protective gloves Trash bag for tip disposal This bag is used for the disposal of used micropipette tips. Note Sony does not assume any responsibility for the odorants used. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 15 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 2: Configuring the initial settings with the “Scent Canvas” app Advance preparation Charge the dedicated tablet to a sufficient level in advance. Check the tablet’s Operating Instructions for the charging method.
  • Page 16 (Settings) in the upper right part of the Home screen and then tap [ Cartridge Settings]. Tap [ Add a new setting] in the upper right part of the screen and then tap [Create] on the [Do you want to create a new cartridge setting?] screen.
  • Page 17 The [Cartridge Settings] screen is displayed. Tap [Unnamed] in the upper left part of the screen and enter the cartridge name. Tap [Edit] for the number of the sub-cartridge to register an odorant on the [Cartridge Settings] screen. You can use a CSV-formatted file to batch register the odorant information. For details, see “Batch registering the odorant information”...
  • Page 18 Enter the odorant information on the [Edit Cartridge] screen. Enter the [Odorant name]. Enter the thumbnail image, description, and date of odorant injection as needed. Image: Save any image to the tablet and set it as the thumbnail image. Odorant name (*Required): Register the name of the odorant used for each sub-cartridge number (maximum of 24 characters).
  • Page 19 Batch registering the odorant information Tap [Output CSV] (a) to output the CSV file and edit it on a computer. When the editing is finished, save the CSV file to the tablet, tap [Import CSV] (b), and select the CSV file to load. Follow the on-screen instructions to operate the tablet and tap [Save] to batch register the odorant information.
  • Page 20 According to the CSV (Comma Separated Values) specifications, the comma (“,”) character cannot be used. If a comma (“,”) is entered, the “Scent Canvas” app will not correctly load the CSV file. If the information is overwritten during registration, the previously registered information is erased. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 3: Removing sub-cartridges from the cartridge Place the cartridge on a flat surface. Check the sub-cartridge into which the odorant will be injected. Check the position of the sub-cartridge with the number that registered the odorant with the “Scent Canvas” app.
  • Page 22 Sub-cartridges on the inside V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 23 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 4: Affixing stickers to the sub-cartridges Write the odorant name and other notes on the stickers included with the cartridge. Write the sub-cartridge number, odorant name, and other notes while checking the odorant on the Preview screen of the “Scent Canvas”...
  • Page 24 Related Topic Preparation Step 2: Configuring the initial settings with the “Scent Canvas” app V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 5: Injecting the odorant into the sub-cartridge Advance preparation Please do the following before starting the odorant injection work. Set the torque wrench to 3.5 N·m. For details on how to use the torque wrench, please check the instruction manual for the torque wrench you are using.
  • Page 26 Use the torque wrench to turn the cartridge clamper (top) counterclockwise and loosen the sub-cartridge (top). Remove the cartridge clamper (top) and take out the sub-cartridge. Manually turn the sub-cartridge (top) counterclockwise to remove it and place the sub-cartridge (bottom) on the table with the top side of the metal cap (a) facing up.
  • Page 27 Have the odorant and dispensing burette ready at hand. Use the appropriate dispensing burette according to the volume and odorant to be injected. Here, the steps are explained using a micropipette for injection. Attach the tip to the micropipette. Aspirate a maximum of 0.66 mL of the odorant with the micropipette. Inject the odorant from the hole in the center of the top side of the metal cap.
  • Page 28 Place the sub-cartridge (bottom) on a flat surface and manually turn the sub-cartridge (top) clockwise to temporarily tighten it while keeping it level. Keep the sub-cartridge level and set it in the cartridge clamper (bottom). Check that the sub-cartridge does not move once set.
  • Page 29 Set the cartridge clamper (top) over the cartridge clamper (bottom). Use the torque wrench set to 3.5 N·m to turn the cartridge clamper (top) clockwise until it clicks and tighten the sub-cartridge (top). When you hear it click, the sub-cartridge is hermetically sealed. (The sound indicating that it is sealed may differ depending on the torque wrench used.)
  • Page 30 A sub-cartridge can only be used once. Do not reuse a sub-cartridge that was injected with an odorant one time. Do not open a sealed sub-cartridge that was injected with an odorant and sealed. Doing so may cause the odorant to leak. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 31 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 6: Installing the sub-cartridges in the cartridge Place the cartridge on a flat surface. Check the install position of the sub-cartridge. Install the sub-cartridge in the position indicated by the number on the sticker affixed to the sub-cartridge.
  • Page 32 (a) Vane V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 7: Setting the cartridge into the unit Advance preparation When using the cartridge for the first time, remove the cushioning material from the central part of the cartridge cover.
  • Page 34 Install the cartridge. Align the cartridge notch with the protrusion and install the cartridge so that the “TENSOR VALVE” logo appears upright when the underside of the unit is in front of you. (a) Notch (b) Protrusion Attach the cartridge cover. With the “TENSOR VALVE”...
  • Page 35 Firmly close the buckles. If the front cover is attached without firmly closing the buckles, the cartridge cover may be damaged. Attach the front cover. Turn the front cover clockwise until it clicks to attach it. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36 Connect the power cord of the AC adapter to the unit and the outlet. When connecting the power cord to the AC adapter, select the power cord that matches the shape of the outlet. Turn on the power switch on the right side. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 37 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 9: Connecting the unit and tablet Advance preparation Charge the dedicated tablet to a sufficient level in advance. Check the tablet’s Operating Instructions for the charging method. Turn on the dedicated tablet and launch the “Scent Canvas” app.
  • Page 38 Choose and tap the unit to connect from the displayed list. The unit and dedicated tablet are connected via Bluetooth communication. When [Connected] is displayed, tap (Close) in the upper right part of the screen. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Preparation Step 10: Linking the cartridge and the cartridge setting Advance preparation Before linking the cartridge, check that the sub-cartridges with the injected odorants are correctly installed in the cartridge. For details, see “Preparation Step 6: Installing the sub-cartridges in the...
  • Page 40 Link to the cartridge] is tapped for the cartridge setting that you wish to relink on the [Cartridge Settings] screen, the cartridge setting link is changed, and [In use] is displayed for the cartridge setting that was relinked. Related Topic Preparation Step 6: Installing the sub-cartridges in the cartridge V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 41 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Overview of the four types of templates The “Scent Canvas” app provides the following four types of templates. You can use the templates to customize the odorant release details and method and create a process tailored to the application (setting file that summarizes the odorant release conditions).
  • Page 42 Before creating a process Creating an [Index] process Creating a [Random] process Creating a [Preset (single)] process Creating a [Preset (multiple)] process Migrating process data to another tablet V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 43 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Before creating a process Before creating a process, check that the odorant that you wish to use is correctly registered in the cartridge settings. (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on.
  • Page 44 Related Topic Preparation Step 5: Injecting the odorant into the sub-cartridge Preparation Step 6: Installing the sub-cartridges in the cartridge Preparation Step 10: Linking the cartridge and the cartridge setting V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Creating an [Index] process (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on. Tap [ Add new process] in the upper right part of the screen.
  • Page 46 Configure the basic process settings. Title (*Required): Enter the process title (maximum of 45 characters). Summary: Enter the process description (maximum of 210 characters). Odorant description: Set whether to display the explanation screen after answering. Tap the (On/Off) switch to set. Tap [Next].
  • Page 47 Configure the process display settings. Guidance text: Enter the operational guidance and other text (maximum of 120 characters). Odorants to be displayed (*Required): Tap [Edit ] to display the odorant selection screen. Select the odorants on the odorant selection screen and tap [Confirm]. Tap [Save] to save the settings.
  • Page 48 To stop the configuration in the middle Tap [ Close] in the upper right part of the screen. Please note that the created settings are not saved. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 49 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Creating a [Random] process (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on. Tap [ Add new process] in the upper right part of the screen.
  • Page 50 Configure the basic process settings. Title (*Required): Enter the process title (maximum of 45 characters). Summary: Enter the process description (maximum of 210 characters). Display the answer options after releasing the odorants.: Tap the (On/Off) switch to set. If turned on, the choices are displayed, and if turned off, it moves to the next question.
  • Page 51 Configure the process question settings. Guidance text: Enter the operational guidance and other text (maximum of 120 characters). Odorant release (*Required): Tap [Edit ], select and check the desired odorants in the list of odorants, and tap [Confirm] to choose the odorants to release. The odorants are released randomly from the chosen odorants. Question text: Enter the question text (maximum of 75 characters).
  • Page 52 ] (Return) button in the upper left part of the screen to return to the settings screen and tap [Save] if there are no problems with the settings. Odorants are not released in the preview function. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Creating a [Preset (single)] process (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on. Tap [ Add new process] in the upper right part of the screen.
  • Page 54 Configure the basic process settings. Title (*Required): Enter the process title (maximum of 45 characters). Summary: Enter the process description (maximum of 210 characters). Display the answer options after releasing the odorants.: Tap the (On/Off) switch to set whether to display the answer choices after the odorant release.
  • Page 55 Tap [ Add a question]. Configure the process question settings. Guidance text: Enter the operational guidance and other text (maximum of 120 characters).
  • Page 56 Odorant release (*Required): Tap [Edit ] to set one odorant candidate to release. Question text: Enter the question text (maximum of 75 characters). Answer options (*Required): Tap [Edit ] to display the choices screen for the answer. Switch between [Cartridge]/[Dummy] on the choices screen for the answer to set the choice candidates (maximum of 8). [Dummy] can be set as answer choices that are not the actual odorants.
  • Page 57 V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 58 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Creating a [Preset (multiple)] process (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on. Tap [ Add new process] in the upper right part of the screen.
  • Page 59 Configure the basic process settings. Title (*Required): Enter the process title (maximum of 45 characters). Summary: Enter the process description (maximum of 210 characters). Display the answer options after releasing the odorants.: Tap the (On/Off) switch to set. If turned on, the choices are displayed, and if turned off, it moves to the next question.
  • Page 60 Tap [ Add a question]. Configure the process question settings.
  • Page 61 Guidance text: Enter the operational guidance and other text (maximum of 120 characters). Odorant release (*Required): Tap [ Add] to add one odorant at a time. Tap (Delete) when you wish to delete an added odorant. Set two or more candidates (maximum of 5 can be set). Question text: Enter the question text (maximum of 75 characters).
  • Page 62 V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Releasing a process To execute a process in User Mode, the process must be released by the Administrator. In Administrator Mode, all processes with a status of [Released] and [Draft] can be executed.
  • Page 64 Related Topic Switching between Administrator Mode/User Mode V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 Be sure to set the nose guide so that the nose or skin does not come into contact with the nose guide installation area or the surface of the unit. The nose guide must be set on the unit for proper use. Clean the surface of the unit after use. Related Topic Maintenance V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Executing a process Choose the process to execute and tap [Run]. Tap [Run] on the start screen of the selected process. If the User ID selection is displayed, select the User ID.
  • Page 67 If the process that you wish to execute is not displayed, the created process may be set to [Draft]. Check with the administrator who created the process. Related Topic Creating a [Random] process Creating a [Preset (single)] process Creating a [Preset (multiple)] process User ID Settings V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 When the process execution is completed Before the next use, replace the nose guide and clean the unit in consideration of hygiene. For the cleaning method, see “Maintenance.” Remove and dispose of the used nose guide.
  • Page 69 Related Topic Maintenance V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 70 Dummy Odorant Settings User ID Settings Result Log Basic Settings Basic Information Process execution Related Topic “Scent Canvas” App Home screen Cartridge Settings Dummy Odorant Settings User ID Settings Result Log Basic Settings Basic Information V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 71: Cartridge Settings

    Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Cartridge Settings You can register, add, and edit cartridges. Configure the cartridge settings in Administrator Mode. (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on.
  • Page 72 Then, select and import the CSV file in the “olfactory_info_yyyymmddhhmmss” folder that you have copied. If there are images in the folder, they will be imported simultaneously. Related Topic Preparation Step 2: Configuring the initial settings with the “Scent Canvas” app V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Dummy Odorant Settings When you wish to display an odorant that is not configured in the cartridge settings as an answer choice in each process question, you can set it as a dummy odorant.
  • Page 74 Image: Tap and choose any image saved on the tablet to set it as the thumbnail image. Odorant name (*Required) : Register the dummy odorant name (maximum of 24 characters). Description: Enter the description (maximum of 210 characters). Tap [Save]. Repeat steps 3 through 5.
  • Page 75 According to the CSV (Comma Separated Values) specifications, the comma (“,”) character cannot be used. If a comma (“,”) is entered, the “Scent Canvas” app will not correctly load the CSV file. If the information is overwritten during registration, the previously registered information is erased. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 User ID Settings Register a user. Configure the user ID settings in Administrator Mode. (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on.
  • Page 77 ID (*Required): Set an ID for the user to be registered (maximum of 30 characters). Name: Register the user’s name (maximum of 30 characters). Attribute 1/Attribute 2/Attribute 3: Enter up to any three pieces of attribute information (maximum of 30 characters for each).
  • Page 78 According to the CSV (Comma Separated Values) specifications, the comma (“,”) character cannot be used. If a comma (“,”) is entered, the “Scent Canvas” app will not correctly load the CSV file. If the information is overwritten during registration, the previously registered information is erased. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Result Log Check the process execution results. Perform the result log operation in Administrator Mode. (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on.
  • Page 80 (Select button) to the left of the data that you wish to delete and choose [Delete] from the dropdown menu in the upper left part of the screen, and tap [Run]. You can also choose [Delete] from the (Menu) to the right of the data to delete the entry. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 81: Basic Settings

    Import data: Batch import process data and various settings. Export data: Batch export process data and various settings. Reset all settings: Tap to return the settings to the values at the time of purchase. Tap [Complete]. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 82: Basic Information

    How to replace a cartridge: Tap to check the cartridge replacement procedure through illustrations. Software License: Tap to check information regarding the software license. License Information: Tap to check information regarding the software license. Tap [ ] (Return) in the upper left part of the screen. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Migrating process data to another tablet On the tablet that has the process data you want to copy, tap (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas” app Home screen followed by the [Admin Mode] (On/Off) switch to turn Administrator Mode on.
  • Page 84 V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Migrating process data and various settings to another tablet in a batch operation On the tablet that has the process data you want to copy, tap (Settings) in the upper right part of the “Scent Canvas”...
  • Page 86 Connect the tablet to a computer, copy the entire “custom_info_yyyymmddhhmmss” folder saved in step 4 to any location on the computer, and then disconnect the tablet from the computer. Connect the tablet to which you want to import the data to the computer and copy the entire “custom_info_yyyymmddhhmmss”...
  • Page 87 Confirm the items to be imported on the confirmation screen and tap [Run].
  • Page 88 Confirm the caution message on the final confirmation screen, and then tap [Run]. When [Importing is complete.] is displayed, migration of the data is complete. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 89: Replacing The Cartridge

    Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Replacing the cartridge Multiple cartridges can be used for different purposes. When replacing a cartridge with a different one or if a cartridge reaches the maximum number of uses, replace the cartridge according to the following procedure.
  • Page 90 Install the new cartridge. Align the cartridge notch with the protrusion and install the cartridge so that the “TENSOR VALVE” logo appears upright when the underside of the unit is in front of you. (a) Notch (b) Protrusion Attach the cartridge cover. With the “TENSOR VALVE”...
  • Page 91 (a) Opening (b) Protrusion Firmly close the buckles. If the front cover is attached without firmly closing the buckles, the cartridge cover may be damaged. Attach the front cover. Turn the front cover clockwise until it clicks to attach it.
  • Page 92 V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Replacing the deodorization filter If the deodorization performance appears to have deteriorated, replace the cartridge deodorization filter. Use the replacement deodorization filter (1) included with the cartridge (sold separately). Remove the front cover of the unit and the cartridge cover (refer to Steps 1 and 2 in “Replacing the...
  • Page 94 Related Topic Replacing the cartridge V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 95: Maintenance

    Depending on the odorants used, take appropriate measures such as wearing protective gloves, etc. (a) Odorant release port (b) Odorant outlet (40 locations) Related Topic Replacing the cartridge When the process execution is completed Disposal V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 If the problem is still not resolved, please contact the dealer where the unit was purchased. Related Topic Preparation Step 2: Configuring the initial settings with the “Scent Canvas” app Preparation Step 8: Turning on the power to the unit V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 97: If You Encounter Problems

    The Bluetooth indicator on the right side of the unit is blinking. It is pairing with the dedicated tablet. Please wait until the indicator lights up. Related Topic Preparation Step 7: Setting the cartridge into the unit Replacing the cartridge V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 98: Use Of This Product

    Help Guide Next-Gen Olfactometry System for custom cartridges NOS-DX1000 Precautions Use of this product Avoid using this product in a location with strong odors. If the released odorants remain inside the room, ventilate the room. Be sure to use authorized products for custom cartridges, sub-cartridges, cartridge clampers, nose guides, and odorant release port covers, which are sold separately.

  • Page 99: Notes On Using Wireless Lan

    Notes on using wireless LAN Please note that Sony cannot make any guarantees regarding malfunction, failure, or damage to the dedicated tablet caused by connecting to the Internet, except when instructed by the manufacturer or dealer. Related Topic...
  • Page 100 If you have any problems concerning disposal, please contact the dealer where the unit was purchased. Disposal of the dedicated tablet Follow the method listed in the tablet’s Operating Instructions to dispose of the dedicated tablet. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 101: Specifications

    Please note that the specifications and external appearance may be subject to change without notice for improvement. The actual values of specifications may deviate from the estimated ones depending on the actual environment and method of use. V-818-100-12(1) Copyright 2025 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 102: Trademarks And Copyrights

    NOS-DX1000 Trademarks and copyrights Tensor Valve is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Group Corporation. Scent Canvas is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Group Corporation. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license.

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