InoLab 740 Manual (PH Meter Manual)

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inoLab 740
with terminal 740
Operating manual
inoLab 740
measuring system with
active multifunction boxes
and 740 terminal
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The use of advanced technology and the high quality standard of our
instruments are the result of continuous development. This may result
in differences between this operating manual and your instrument.
Also, we cannot guarantee that there are absolutely no errors in this
manual. Therefore, we are sure you will understand that we cannot
accept any legal claims resulting from the data, figures or descriptions.
Warranty We guarantee the instrument described for 3 years from the date of
purchase.
The instrument warranty covers manufacturing faults that are
discovered within the warranty period.
The warranty does not cover components that are replaced during
maintenance work, e. g. batteries.
The warranty claim extends to restoring the instrument to readiness for
use but not, however, to any further claim for damages. Improper
handling or unauthorized opening of the instrument invalidates any
warranty claim.
To ascertain the warranty liability, return the instrument and proof of
purchase together with the date of purchase freight paid or prepaid.
Copyright Weilheim 2010, WTW GmbH
Reprinting - even as excerpts - is only allowed with the explicit written
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inoLab 740 - Contents
1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.1 Measuring module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.2 Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2.1 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2.2 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2.3 Sockets on the terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.2.4 Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.1 Authorized use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.2 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3 Commissioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.1 Scope of delivery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.2 Preparing the inoLab 740 measuring system . . . . . . . . . 20
3.3 Switching on the measuring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3.4 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3.5 Updating the terminal software (firmware) . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.5.1 Checking the version no. of the terminal
firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.5.2 Starting the update of the terminal firmware . . . 28
4 Basic principles of operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.1 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.1.1 Status display indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.1.2 Softkey functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4.1.3 Symbols in the Menu mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.1.4 Display of measured values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4.2 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4.2.1 Keys on the terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
4.2.2 Keys on the measuring module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.2.3 IBM PC keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.2.4 Barcode reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
4.3 Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
4.4 Output of measured data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
4.4.1 Measured data display on the screen . . . . . . . . 46
4.4.2 Measured data output on the integrated printer . 47
4.4.3 Outputting measured data to the
RS232/REC interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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5 System settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.1 Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.2 Changing the language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5.3 Display settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5.3.1 Display contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5.3.2 Display illumination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
5.4 Acoustic signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
5.5 Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5.5.1 Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5.5.2 Measuring the temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
5.6 User profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
5.6.1 Opening the Administration menu . . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.6.2 Opening the Administration window . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.6.3 Creating, editing, or deleting a user profile. . . . . 60
5.6.4 Printing the list of user profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5.7 Password for user names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.7.1 Changing the password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.7.2 Assigning a password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.7.3 Forgotten the password? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.8 Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
6 pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
6.1 Settings for pH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
6.1.1 Displaying pH/ISE or measured voltage values . 67
6.1.2 Setting the pH display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
6.1.3 Measured value resolution of voltage display. . . 68
6.1.4 Measured value resolution of pH display . . . . . . 69
6.1.5 Resetting to default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
6.2 Calibrating pH measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
6.2.1 Buffer sets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
6.2.2 Calibration settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
6.2.3 Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
6.3 Measuring the pH value. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
6.4 Measuring the ORP voltage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
7 Ion concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
7.1 Settings for ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
7.1.1 Displaying pH/ISE or measured voltage values . 87
7.1.2 Setting up the ISE display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
7.1.3 Determining the measuring range . . . . . . . . . . . 88
7.1.4 Measured value resolution of voltage display. . . 89
7.1.5 Resetting to default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
7.2 Advanced settings for ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.2.1 Units of the ISE display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
7.2.2 Blank value correction (Bw Corr) . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
7.2.3 Reference measurement (Ref Meas) . . . . . . . . . 92
7.2.4 Criterion for AutoRead (AutoRead). . . . . . . . . . . 93
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7.3 Calibration for ion-selective measurements . . . . . . . . . . 94
7.3.1 Two-point and three-point calibration. . . . . . . . . 97
7.3.2 Four-point to six-point calibration. . . . . . . . . . . 100
7.4 Measuring the ion concentration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
7.4.1 Select the measuring method . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
7.4.2 Standard Addition (Std Add) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
7.4.3 Double Standard Addition (Std Add ++). . . . . . 107
7.4.4 Standard Subtraction (Std Sub) . . . . . . . . . . . 109
7.4.5 Sample Addition (Smp Add) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
7.4.6 Sample Subtraction (Smp Sub). . . . . . . . . . . . 113
7.4.7 Standard addition with blank value
correction (Bw Add) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
8 Dissolved oxygen (D. O.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
8.1 Settings for D. O. measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
8.1.1 Determining the measuring range . . . . . . . . . . 119
8.1.2 Displaying the air pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
8.1.3 Salinity correction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
8.1.4 Resetting to default settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
8.2 Calibrating for D. O. measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
8.2.1 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
8.2.2 Calibrating with the air calibration vessel . . . . . 126
8.2.3 Calibrating via a comparison measurement . . 127
8.3 Measuring the D. O. content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
8.3.1 Selecting the measured value display . . . . . . . 129
8.3.2 Drift control (AutoRead) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
9 BOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
9.1 General information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
9.1.1 Operation with the StirrOx G oxygen sensor . . 133
9.1.2 Operation with a barcode reader . . . . . . . . . . . 133
9.2 BOD measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
9.2.1 Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
9.2.2 Start measurement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
9.2.3 Stopping the BOD measurement . . . . . . . . . . . 140
9.2.4 End measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
9.3 BOD result. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
9.3.1 Displaying, editing and printing the
measurement result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
9.3.2 Deleting BOD measurement results. . . . . . . . . 147
9.4 Routines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
9.4.1 Setting up routines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
9.4.2 Starting a measurement with routine . . . . . . . . 149
9.4.3 Deleting routines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
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10 Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
10.1 Settings for conductivity measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
10.1.1 Determining the measuring range . . . . . . . . . . 151
10.1.2 Entering the reference temperature . . . . . . . . . 152
10.1.3 Displaying the conductivity or specific
resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
10.1.4 Setting the temperature compensation. . . . . . . 154
10.1.5 Reset (Reset) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
10.2 Determining/setting up the cell constant . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
10.2.1 Determining the cell constant (calibration) . . . . 156
10.2.2 Setting the cell constant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
10.3 Measuring the conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
10.3.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
10.3.2 Displaying the conductivity, dry filtrate
residue or salinity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
10.3.3 Drift control (AutoRead) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
11 Data storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
11.1 Storage of measurement data records . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
11.1.1 Saving individual measurement data records. . 168
11.1.2 Automatically storing measurement data
records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
11.1.3 Displaying stored measurement data records . 172
11.1.4 Deleting stored measurement data records . . . 176
11.2 Storage of system configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
11.2.1 Saving the system configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . 178
11.2.2 Recalling a system configuration . . . . . . . . . . . 179
11.2.3 Deleting a system configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
11.3 Storage of calibration records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
12 Data output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
12.1 Data output to the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
12.1.1 Numerical display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
12.1.2 Graphical display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
12.2 Outputting data to the integrated printer . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
12.2.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
12.2.2 Switching on the integrated printer . . . . . . . . . 190
12.2.3 Data output to the integrated printer . . . . . . . . 190
12.2.4 Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
12.3 Outputting data to an external printer/PC . . . . . . . . . . . 194
12.3.1 Outputting data to the RS232/REC interface . . 195
12.3.2 Setting the baud rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
12.3.3 Determining the data format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
12.3.4 Setting the print interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
12.3.5 Outputting data to an external printer or PC . . 199
12.4 Outputting data to the external recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
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13 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
13.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
13.1.1 Replacing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
13.1.2 Changing the roll of paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
13.1.3 Maintenance of the probes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
13.2 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
13.3 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
14 What to do if... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
14.1 Terminal messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
14.2 Printer messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
14.3 pH/voltage system messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
14.4 Ion concentration system messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
14.5 Oxygen system messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
14.6 Conductivity system messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
15 Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
15.1 Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
15.2 Measuring module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
15.3 pH/electromotive force of the electrode: . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
15.4 Ion concentration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
15.5 Dissolved oxygen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
15.6 Conductivity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
16 Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
16.1 Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
16.2 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
16.3 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
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1 Overview
The inoLab 740 measuring system is suitable for operating with an
inoLab 740 terminal and also with a PC.
This manual contains a description of the operation of inoLab 740 with
terminal.
Note
The operation of inoLab 740 measuring modules on the PC with the
MultiLab pilot software is described in a separate operating manual.
The newest software version of MultiLab pilot is available on the
Internet under http://www.wtw.com.
Note
Information on other accessories is given in the WTW catalog,
LABORATORY AND FIELD INSTRUMENTATION, or is available via the
Internet.
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1.1 Measuring module
The inoLab 740 measuring system works together with the following
inoLab 740 active multifunction boxes:
pH, pH/ION, Oxi, BSB/BOD, Cond, pH/Cond and Multi.
Each inoLab 740 measuring module has its own fixed software in order
to process the probe signals and to communicate with the terminal.
A detailed description of the operating elements on the measuring
module can be found in chapter 4 BASIC PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION.
Measuring module
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1.2 Terminal
The terminal is both the display and entry unit of the system. The
settings for the measurement and display of the measured values are
menu-driven via the display. The terminal is optionally equipped with an
integrated printer. The terminal recognizes the type of inoLab 740
measuring module connected and the probe operated with the
measuring module via the connection cable.
1.2.1 Display
The measured value, active functions or settings and available menu
items that are displayed always correspond to the active probe and the
selected measured variable.
The display of the terminal shows:
1 Menu line to select the measuring and display settings
2 Type of temperature measurement, i.e. manual entry, external
or integrated temperature probe
3 Status line that displays the active functions and settings
4 Softkey functions
5 Current measured temperature value
6 Current measured value
7 Selected measured variable
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2
3
4
5
6
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1.2.2 Keys
The inoLab 740 measuring system has a keypad on the terminal and
one on the measuring module. The terminal keys operate the entire
measuring system. Using the g and a keys on the measuring
module, you can also operate the AutoRead function (drift control) on
the measuring module. The LED on the measuring module shows the
AutoRead status.
The topmost row of keys on the terminal consists of softkeys.
Each softkey carries out the softkey function that is displayed directly
above the key.
A detailed diagram and description of the keys and softkeys is given in
chapter 4 BASIC PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION.
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1.2.3 Sockets on the terminal
Warning
The line voltage on site must lie within the input voltage range of the
original plug-in power supply unit. Use original plug-in power supplies
only (see chapter 15 TECHNICAL DATA).
Connections:
1 Plug-in power supply unit
2 inoLab 740 measuring module
3 RS 232 interface/analog output
4 IBM PC keyboard (via adapter cable AK T-K
PS2)
1
2
3
4
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1.2.4 Firmware
The inoLab 740 terminal software (firmware) can be updated. You can
always install the newest software version for the terminal via a
connected PC and a special update program.
The details of the update are given insection 3.5 and in the installation
program for the update.
Note
Further information on the latest software version is available from
WTW or on the Internet under
http://www.WTW.com.
The addresses and telephone numbers of the WTW subsidiaries are
given on the cover of this operating manual.
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2 Safety
This operating manual contains basic instructions that must be followed
in the commissioning, operation and maintenance of the inoLab 740
(terminal and measuring module) measuring system. Consequently, all
responsible personnel must read this operating manual carefully before
working with the measuring system.
The operating manual must always be available within the vicinity of the
measuring system.
Target group The measuring system was developed for use in the laboratory.
Thus, we assume that, as a result of their professional training and
experience, the operators will know the necessary safety precautions
to take when handling chemicals.
Symbols
used
Warning
indicates safety instructions that must be followed to prevent damage
to persons and property.
Note
indicates notes that draw your attention to special features.
Note
indicates cross-references to other documents, e. g. application
reports, operating manuals of probes, etc.
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2.1 Authorized use
This measuring system is authorized exclusively for potentiometric,
conductimetric or amperometric measurements in the laboratory.
The technical specifications as given in chapter 15 TECHNICAL DATA
must be observed. Only the operation and running of the measuring
instrument according to the instructions given in this operating manual
is authorized.
Any other use is considered unauthorized.
2.2 General safety instructions
This measuring system is constructed and tested in compliance with
the EN 61010-1 safety regulations for electronic measuring
instruments.
It left the factory in a safe and secure technical condition.
Function and operating
safety
The smooth functioning and operational safety of the measuring
system can only be guaranteed if the generally applicable safety
measures and the specific safety instructions in this operating manual
are followed during operation.
The smooth functioning and operational safety of the instrument can
only be guaranteed under the environmental and electrical operating
conditions that are in specified in chapter 15 TECHNICAL DATA.
If the measuring system was transported from a cold environment to a
warm environment, the formation of condensate can impair the
functioning of the measuring system. In this event, wait until the
temperature of the measuring system reaches room temperature
before putting the measuring system back into operation.
Warning
The measuring system is only allowed to be opened by personnel
authorized by WTW.
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Safe operation If safe operation is no longer possible, the measuring system must be
taken out of service and secured against inadvertent operation!
Safe operation is no longer possible if the measuring system (terminal
or measuring module):
has been damaged in transport
has been stored under adverse conditions for a lengthy period of
time
is visibly damaged
no longer operates as described in this manual.
If you are in any doubt, please contact the supplier of the measuring
system.
Obligations of the
purchaser
The purchaser of this measuring system must ensure that the following
laws and guidelines are observed when using dangerous substances:
EEC directives for protective labor legislation
National protective labor legislation
Safety regulations
Safety datasheets of the chemical manufacturers.
Safety inoLab 740
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inoLab 740 Commissioning
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3 Commissioning
3.1 Scope of delivery
The inoLab 740 Set includes: inoLab 740 terminal,
740 measuring module and probe
(depending on the composition of the inoLab 740 set)
Operating and display instrument
inoLab 740 terminal
Plug-in power supply with country-specific adapters
(for Great Britain, United States of America, Europe and
Australia)
RS 232 interface cable, AK T-PC
(for data transmission on the PC and software update).
Measuring module (active multifunction box)
inoLab 740 measuring module (depending on how the set is
made up)
Connecting cable (AK M-T) from the measuring module to the
terminal
Stand rod
Probe holder
Locking holder for non-active probes
for BSB/BOD measuring module:
Adapter cable AK T-K PS2 for connecting a barcode reader or an
IBM-PC keyboard to the measuring module
Software MultiLab pilot on CD-ROM
Connecting cable AK M-PC from the measuring module to the PC
Operating manual for terminal and measuring module
Commissioning inoLab 740
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3.2 Preparing the inoLab 740 measuring system
A measuring module that is ready for operation looks as follows:
1 Cable holder
2 Stand rod
3 Opening to the cable shaft
4 Connection cable to the terminal (AK M-T)
6 Locking holder
7 Beaker with test solution
8 Probe
9 Freely adjustable probe holder
10 Locking key for probe holder
11 Connection cable: Probe - measuring module
AR
RUN
ENTER
inoLab
7
8
9
10
11
2
1
3
4
5
6
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Perform the following activities before commissioning the system:
Prepare the measuring module
Connect the probe
Connect the terminal
Connect the plug-in power supply
Connect the system upgrades
Preparing the
module
Connecting the
probe
1 Place the measuring module on a flat surface and protect it
from intense light and heat.
2 Insert the stand rod (2) into the measuring module.
3 Fix the probe holder (9) onto the stand rod.
4 Adjust the height of the probe holder (9) using the locking key
(10).
5 Place the probe (8) into the probe holder (9).
6 Place the cable (11) of the probe (8) into the cable holder (1)
on the stand rod.
Connections depending on the measuring
module:
12 pH/ORP electrode or ion-selective
electrode
13 D. O. probe or conductivity cell
14 Oxygen probe with integrated stirrer
(StirrOx G)
15 Reference electrode
16 Temperature probe
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Connecting the terminal
7 Plug the probe (8) on the measuring module into the respective
socket (12 or 13).
8 If necessary, insert the plug for the temperature probe of the
electrode into the socket (16).
9 Prepare the beaker with the test solution (7).
10 Adjust the height of the probe holder (9) by pressing the locking
key (10) so that the probe is immersed in the test solution.
11 For pH, ORP or ISE electrodes with a separate reference
electrode:
Plug the reference electrode into the socket (15).
12 Place the probe cable (11) into the cable shaft (3) so that it is
stored safely.
13 Plug the connecting cable to the terminal (AK M-T) into the
socket (17).
14 Place the terminal on a flat surface near the measuring module
and protect it from intense light and heat.
15 Plug the connecting cable from the measuring module to the
terminal (AK M-T) into the socket (18).
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18
19
20
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System upgrades
Connecting the
plug-in power supply
The plug-in power supply unit supplies the terminal and the measuring
module with low voltage.
Warning
The line voltage on site must lie within the input voltage range of the
original plug-in power supply unit. Use original plug-in power supplies
only (see chapter 15 TECHNICAL DATA).
16 Plug the external temperature probes into the sockets (15 and
16).
17 Plug the StirrOx G oxygen probe with integrated stirrer into
socket (14).
18 Plug external printer/PC or recorder into socket (19).
19 Connect the external PC keyboard or barcode reader via the
adapter cable AK T-K PS2 to socket (20).
20 Attach the rubber sleeve (6) onto the measuring module.
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22
23 24
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1 Insert the plug (22) into the socket (21) of the terminal.
2 Fit the country-specific adapter (23) onto the plug-in power
supply (24).
3 Plug in the original WTW plug-in power supply (24) to an easily
accessible wall socket.
The system is in the standby mode. The display shows the date
and time.
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3.3 Switching on the measuring system
After the plug-in power supply unit is connected and the initializing
period is over, the measuring system switches to standby mode
(Standby and the date and time are displayed).
1 Place the terminal and measuring module on a flat surface and
protect them from intense light and heat.
2 Press the e key or [Online] on the terminal.
The measuring module and probe are initialized.
3 As soon as the measuring module and probe have been
initialized, a selection of user names is displayed.
4 Select a user name with 82.
Anonymous Login without password
Admin Login with password
5 Confirm the user profile with OK.
6 If necessary, enter the password with 82 and 46 and
start the login with [OK].
7 As soon as the measuring module and probe are initialized, a
measured value appears on the display, e.g. the pH value.
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3.4 Settings
To obtain the best results and to make use of the entire range of
functions of the inoLab 740 measuring system, the measuring system
must be configured and calibrated.
You can adapt the configuration to your measuring environment and
your requirements via system settings and probe-dependent settings.
System settings The system settings include the following settings:
Date and time (chapter 5 SYSTEM SETTINGS)
Display options (chapter 5 SYSTEM SETTINGS)
Language selection(chapter 5 SYSTEM SETTINGS)
Data storage settings (chapter 11 DATA STORAGE)
Printer settings (chapter 12 DATA OUTPUT)
Temperature unit (section 5.5.1 TEMPERATURE UNIT)
Probe-dependent
settings
Probe-dependent settings include, e.g.:
Selection of the measuring range
Selection of the display of various measured variables
More detailed information is given in the descriptions of the individual
measured quantities in the section SETTINGS (chapter 6 to chapter 10).
Calibration More detailed information is given in the descriptions of the individual
measured quantities in the section CALIBRATION (chapter 6 to
chapter 10).
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3.5 Updating the terminal software (firmware)
The program "Firmware Update inoLab Terminal 740 Vx.x" is used to
update the firmware of the inoLab 740 terminal. The newest firmware
version can be downloaded from the Internet under www.wtw.com.
Prerequisites:
PC with Windows 95, 98, or NT operating system
Minimum of 2 MB free storage
A free (serial) COM-interface
Interface cable, AK T-PC (see section 3.1 SCOPE OF DELIVERY)
Note
The update takes approx. 20 min.
3.5.1 Checking the version no. of the terminal firmware
1 Swap to offline mode with [Offline].
2 Swap to the menu with [Menu].
3 Select the Opt menu with 46.
4 Confirm the Opt menu with g.
5 Select the Setup menu with 82.
6 Confirm the Setup menu with g.
7 Select the Info... menu with 82.
8 Confirm the Info... menu with g.
The Info window opens. The version number of the firmware
appears next to Terminal : here "1.2".
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3.5.2 Starting the update of the terminal firmware
1 Unplug the plug-in power supply and measuring module (active
multifunction box) from the inoLab 740 terminal.
2 Download the installation program for the firmware update, e.g.
from the Internet.
3 Start the installation program for the firmware update. The
program creates an entry in the Windows start bar (in the
standard installation under Start / Programme / Firmware
Update inoLab Terminal V x.x..)
4 Start the update program.
The Terminal Programming window opens and displays
instructions for the update.
5 Select the required language for the installation program in the
Language menu.
6 Change the COM interface displayed in the V24Parameter
menu if necessary.
7 Plug the AK T-PC serial cable into the "RS232/REC" socket
(19) on the terminal and connect with the interface (COM 1 ...
4) of the PC selected in the V24Parameter menu.
8 Plug the power supply into the inoLab 740 terminal again.
The Standby display appears.
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9 Press g and hold it down.
10 Press [Offline].
11 Release both keys.
The Terminal Programming window shows the current status
of the update (in %).
12 Wait for display to reach 100%.
The firmware update has been carried out.
13 Briefly unplug the inoLab 740 terminal from the supply voltage
and plug it again.
The Standby display appears. The instrument is ready for
operation.
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inoLab 740 Basic principles of operation
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4 Basic principles of operation
This section provides basic information on the operation of the
measuring system and the display of the measured values.
The terminal has two operating modes:
Display mode
The display shows the current measured value.
Change to the Menu mode using the [menu] softkey.
Menu mode
The display shows open menus and submenus. For example, you
can operate or set up the following functions here:
- measuring functions
- calibration functions
- memory functions
- printer/interface functions
- general and system settings
Return to the Display mode by pressing m or by pressing the [ESC]
softkey several times.
The inoLab 740 measuring system is operated via the terminal. The
AutoRead function and starting a measurement with AutoRead can
also be operated from the measuring module.
Basic principles of operation inoLab 740
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4.1 Display
The display shows measured values, active functions/settings,
available softkey functions and a selection of measuring and display
settings in the menu.
Below the display there are three softkeys to perform the displayed
softkey functions.
4.1.1 Status display indicators
Status display indicators show active functions/settings.
h
The AutoRead function is active
h flashes A measurement with AutoRead is active
i
AutoRange is active
jd
Automatic pH calibration with standard buffer
solutions, prepared according to DIN 19267, is active
jt
Automatic pH calibration with technical buffer
solutions is active
B
Conventional pH calibration with buffer solutions is
active
L
Calibration of the conductivity set
x
Calibration of an oxygen measuring set
U
Calibration of the ion-sensitive measuring system
v
Temperature probe is being used
z
pH measurement only:
Integrated temperature probe of a conductivity
measuring cell is being used
y
pH measurement only:
Integrated temperature probe of a D. O. probe is
being used
Menu
Status display indicators
Measured variable, measured value,
measured temperature value, temperature
probe
Softkey functions
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k
D. O. measurement only:
The salt content is taken into consideration.
The salt content refers to the salinity according to the
IOT table
n
Conductivity measurement only:
Temperature compensation "nLF" is active
q
Temperature compensation "lin" is active
7
No temperature compensation "TC off"
3
Only when the StirrOxG D. O. probe with integrated
stirrer is connected:
Operating with the integrated stirrer
1
Only when the StirrOxG D. O. probe with integrated
stirrer is connected:
Displays an error on the socket of the stirrer (see also
section 14.5)
0
T
Ref
= 20 C is selected
as the reference temperature
5
T
Ref
= 25 C is selected
as the reference temperature
+
With ion selective measurements only:
Reference measurement active
-
With ion selective measurements only:
Blank value correction active
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4.1.2 Softkey functions
The currently available softkey functions are displayed above the
corresponding softkeys.
Softkeys are displayed in italics and in square brackets, e.g. [Menu].
p
Prints the current display contents
(right-hand softkey only)
[Menu] Switches to the Menu
mode (left-hand softkey only)
[ESC] Switches to the next higher menu level in the Menu
mode, or quits the Menu
mode (left-hand softkey only)
[Tab] Swaps between different displays that are open at
the same time (e.g. graphical display - numerical
measured value)
[Next] Switches between the different input fields in an
input window
[Ident] To input the ID of a measured value
[RCL menu] Opens a selection menu for stored measured values
[Open] Opens a storage for input/output
[Start] Starts a measurement
[Ok] Completes the entries
[X] Deletes the selected entry
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4.1.3 Symbols in the Menu mode
White script
on a black
background
Black script
on a white
background
Tick
Arrow
Dots
...
White script:
(example: Baud rate 1200)
Function/setting selected
Black script:
(example: Baud rate 2400)
Selectable function/setting;
the function/setting can be selected by
pressing 82
Tick
(example: Baud rate 4800 )
Active () setting
Arrow
(example: Setup)
After selecting and confirming by pressing
g, a submenu with more functions/settings
opens.
Dots...
(Example Cal Prot. ...)
exists for this menu item:
A display with input field(s) (e.g. to enter
the calibration interval), or
A special display
(e. g. calibration records)
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4.1.4 Display of measured values
The display shows measured values clearly by:
Detailed display of a measured value
Simultaneous display of two measured values
Graphical representation of the course of a series of measurements
Digital recorder display
Display of a measured
value
Example:
Display of the pH value.
Display of two
measured values
(multiparameter
measuring instruments)
Example:
Simultaneous display of pH and measured oxygen value.
The solid frame indicates the active measured value to which the active
menu, submenu, functions and settings refer.
You can alternately activate the measured value displayed on the left
or on the right with [Tab].
[Tab]
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Graphical
display
Example:
Graphical display of a pH graph.
Measurement datasets that you have stored with the AutoStore
function (see section 11.1.2) can be displayed in the form of a graph.
Sections of the graph can be zoomed. You can print out the current
display.
Digital recorder display Example:
Digital recorder for measurement of the pH value.
The digital recorder, like an analog recorder, records the current
measured values continuously.
The measured values are displayed graphically and numerically.
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4.2 Keys
The inoLab 740 measuring system has a keypad on the terminal and
one on the measuring module. The two keys mentioned below are
located both on the terminal and on the measuring module:
a key to activate the AutoRead function
g key to start a measurement with AutoRead. An LED indicates
whether the AutoRead function is active.
If the measuring system is in the Display mode, the functions of the two
keys on the terminal and on the measuring module are identical.
In addition, you can also plug an IBM PC keyboard into the terminal.
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4.2.1 Keys on the terminal
1 Three softkeys (display-dependent function keys).
The currently available function of the key appears on the
display above the key.
2 Switches from the Menu to the Display mode or selects a
measured variable
3 Starts a calibration procedure
4 Print LED
(only on the terminal with integrated printer)
red: printer off (offline) or malfunction
green: printer ready for operation (online)
5 Switches the printer on/off
6 Paper feed/line feed
7 Increases or reduces values; Selects functions/settings in the
Menu mode
8 Makes a selection in the Menu mode and
confirms inputs in input fields
9 Saves a measured value manually
10 Activates/deactivates the AutoRead function
11 Switches the measuring system on/off
12 Displays/transmits measured values
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
7
8
9
10
11
12
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4.2.2 Keys on the measuring module
13 Status indicator of the AutoRead function
LED off: AutoRead function is deactivated
LED lights up: AutoRead function is activated
LED flashes: AutoRead measurement has been started
14 Starts the AutoRead measurement
(if the AutoRead function is activated)
15 Activates/deactivates the AutoRead function
AR
RUN
ENTER
13
14
15
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4.2.3 IBM PC keyboard
You can also operate the measuring system via an external keyboard.
This enables the input of letters, e.g. for assigning names as
identification (ID).
The keys on the terminal are positioned to correspond to the keys on
the function block of an IBM PC keyboard.
In addition, the following keys of the PC keyboard have been allocated
to the following functions on the terminal:
Note
To connect a PC keyboard to the terminal, you require the adapter
cable AK T-K PS2.
Switching the integrated printer on or off is only possible via the o key
on the terminal (not via the PC keyboard).
PC keyboard Terminal
Enter
g
Tab Softkey [TAB]
Esc Softkey [ESC]
Keyboard on the terminal Keys of an IBM PC keyboard
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4.2.4 Barcode reader
The entry of letters, e.g. for assignment of names as identification (ID)
is also possible with a barcode reader.
To connect a barcode reader to the terminal, you require the adapter
cable AK T-K PS2.
4.3 Menu
The main menu line of the display contains four main menus.
The main Meas. menu contains the settings for measuring with the
connected measuring module and sensor.
The main Cal menu contains the settings for calibrating the
connected measuring module and probe.
The main Mem menu contains functions to store and display
measured values and system configurations.
The main Opt menu contains general settings, e.g. for the
temperature unit or time, and configurations of the terminal, e.g. of
the display.
Calling up the menu
1 Switch on the measuring system (see section 3.3).
The display mode is active.
The display shows a measured value (e.g. pH value).
The [Menu] and p softkeys are available.
2 Change to the Menu mode with [Menu] .
The last main menu used, e.g. Opt, is opened and the last
menu item used, e.g. Setup, is selected. The [ESC] softkey is
available.
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Using a menu
Quitting a menu
How to operate the menu is explained in detail in the following example.
A submenu with further settings is available
Selectable function
Active () function
Action Key
Switch to the next higher menu Press [ESC]
Select a different main menu Press 46
Confirm the selected menu item Press g
Select another menu item Press 82
Action Key
Switch to the next higher menu Press [ESC]
Switch to the Display mode Press m
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Example Setting the temperature unit
Starting point: pH measurement in the Display mode
1 Change to the Menu mode with [Menu] .
2 Use 46 to select the main Opt menu.
3 Select the Setup menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the Setup menu item with g.
5 Select the Temp Unit menu item with 82.
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6 Confirm the Temp Unit menu item with g.
7 Using 82, confirm the Celsius or Fahren setting.
8 Confirm the selected temperature unit with g.
The selected temperature unit is active ().
9 Terminate the Menu mode with m.
The temperature unit is shown on the display.
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4.4 Output of measured data
You can display measured values on the display graphically and
numerically, and output them to a printer, an analog recorder, or a PC.
4.4.1 Measured data display on the screen
Sample display Representation
Numerical display
Display of the current measured value and
the measured temperature value.
Graphical display
Display of the measured data records stored
with AutoStore in the form of graphs. The
graph can be output to a printer (see chapter
12 DATA OUTPUT).
Numerical display
Display of the measured data records stored
with AutoStore in the form of lists. The
values can be output to a printer (see
chapter 12 DATA OUTPUT).
Digital recorder
The digital recorder shows the current
measured values in the form of a graph on
the display (and the internal printer) .
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4.4.2 Measured data output on the integrated printer
On a terminal with integrated printer, you can output all displays directly
to the internal printer.
In order to print measured data records, it is necessary to configure the
printer. The detailed settings of the menu can be found in chapter
12 DATA OUTPUT.
If the internal printer is switched on, start the output of individual
measured data records with the p softkey.
Printing data from the memory is started via Print functions in the menu.
If the digital recorder is on, the course of the measurement is shown as
a graph on the display. Simultaneously, you can output the graphical
display on the integrated printer.
4.4.3 Outputting measured data to the RS232/REC interface
Via the RS 232 interface, you can output numerical measuring data to
an external printer, an analog recorder or a PC.
Note
If you output the data to a PC, you can easily transfer the data to a
database (see section 12.3.5).
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inoLab 740 System settings
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5 System settings
5.1 Date and time
A real-time clock is integrated in the system. The date and time appear
both on the display and in printouts. The clock is buffered against power
failures by two batteries (for information on how to change the
batteries, see section 13.1 MAINTENANCE).

1 Switch to the Menu mode.
2 Select the main Opt menu with 46.
5 Select the Time... menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Time... menu item with g.
The Date/Time window appears on the display.
The input field for hours is marked in the Time line.
7 Option:
Switch between the individual digits with 46.
8 Increase or decrease the number with 82.
9 Press [Next] to change to the next input field (hour - minute -
day - month - year).
10 Complete the input of time and date.
11 Terminate the Menu mode with [ESC].
System settings inoLab 740
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5.2 Changing the language
5 Select the Language menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Language menu item with g.
7 Select the English or German language with 82.
8 Confirm the language selection with g.
The language is activated ().
10 Switch off the terminal with o.
11 Switch on the terminal again with o.
Display texts appear in the selected language.
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5.3 Display settings
To adjust the quality of the display to the ambient light, you can adjust
the contrast of the display in 10 steps and switch on a background
display illumination if necessary.
5.3.1 Display contrast
Setting the display
contrast
5 Select the Display menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Display menu item with g.
7 Select the Contrast... menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the Contrast... menu item with g.
The Display Contrast input window appears on the display.
The input field Input: 0-9 is selected.
9 Increase or decrease the number to the required contrast with
82.
10 Confirm the input with g.
The display contrast has been set up.
11 Terminate the input with [ESC].
The Menu mode is terminated.
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5.3.2 Display illumination
Switching the display
illumination on/off
5 Select the Display menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Display menu item with g.
7 Select the BckLight menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the BckLight menu item with g.
The display illumination is switched on ().
9 To switch off the display illumination:
Confirm the BckLight menu item with g.
The display illumination is off.
The symbol behind BckLight disappears.
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5.4 Acoustic signals
You can select which events are to trigger an acoustic signal:
Warning messages (Signal)
When measuring range limits are exceeded (Limit)
Each time a key with no function is pressed (no func)
You can select several options at the same time.
Selecting acoustic
signals
5 Select the Signal menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Signal menu item with g.
7 Select the Signal, Limit or no func menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the selected menu item with g.
The selected acoustic signal is active ().
9 Option:
Activate further acoustic signals ().
10 Leave the Menu mode with [ESC].
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5.5 Temperature
The temperature is very important for the reproducibility of measured
values. You can select the unit of the temperature display. The
temperature is determined automatically via an external temperature
probe or a temperature probe integrated in the probe. It is also possible
to enter measured temperature values manually.
5.5.1 Temperature unit
You can display temperature values in C (degrees Celsius) or F
(degrees Fahrenheit).
5 Select the Temp Unit menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Temp Unit menu item with g.
7 Use 82 to select the required temperature unit Celsius or
Fahren. menu item with 82.
The selected temperature unit is active ().
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5.5.2 Measuring the temperature
For reproducible measurements, it is imperative to determine the
respective temperature values.
The measuring system obtains the temperature value from:
a temperature sensor integrated in the sensor,
a temperature sensor integrated in another sensor (applies to the
modules, pH/Oxi, pH/Cond, Multi),
an external NTC30 or Pt 1000 temperature sensor (Pt 1000 for the
pH and Cond modules only), or
by entering a measured temperature value manually.
The temperature probe that is used is indicated on the display by v,
y, or z.
Using the temperature
probe integrated in the
probe
When you use probes with an integrated temperature probe, the
measured parameter and temperature are always measured
simultaneously. If the integrated temperature probe is identified, the
measured temperature value and the status v appears on the display.
Using the temperature
probe of another probe
(multi-parameter
measuring instruments)
If no temperature probe is available for pH/ISE measurements, the
temperature can be measured by the integrated temperature probe of
another probe (oxygen probe or conductivity measuring cell).
To do so, proceed as follows:
1 Immerse the D. O. probe or conductivity measuring cell into the
test sample.
3 Select the main Meas menu with 46.
4 Select the pH setup menu item with 82.
5 Confirm the pH setup menu item with g.
6 Select the O2/Cond TP menu item with 82.
7 Confirm the O2/Cond TP menu item with g.
The temperature measurement is active ().
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Using an external
temperature probe
If you want to measure the temperature using an external temperature
probe, proceed as follows:
Entering the
temperature value
manually
If you want to enter the temperature manually instead of measuring it
automatically, proceed as follows:
y or z appears on the display so you can check your setting.
1 Connect the temperature probe to the measuring module.
2 Immerse the temperature probe in the test sample.
The measured temperature value is displayed.
1 Measure the current temperature of the test sample.
2 Call up the Display mode with m.
3 Call up the pH measured variable with 46.
4 Call up the entry field for the temperature value with 82.
5 Option:
6 Set up the temperature value with 82.
7 Confirm the temperature value with g.
The display shows the temperature value that was selected.
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5.6 User profiles
All documented measurement or calibration data are output together
with the user name of the provider. User profiles contain the user name
and the authorization assigned to the user.
The administration of user profiles is only possible if a user logs in with
the user name, Admin.
Name Access Authorization
Admin protected
by a
password
to measure all measured variables
to calibrate all measured variables
to change all settings
to save all settings
to enable/disable the login with the
user name, Anonymous
to set up/delete user profiles
Anon-
ymous
free to measure all measured variables
Self-
created
user
profiles
protected
by a
password
Setting: none
to measure all measured variables
Setting: 1 ... 4
to measure one measured variable
to calibrate one measured variable
to change the setting of one measured
variable.
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Note
The user name Anonymous provides rapid access to the inoLab 740
measuring system without having to enter a password.
The administrator can disable or enable this access (see section 5.6.3).
The password "0001" is the default setting for the user name Admin
when the instrument is delivered.
The administrator (login with the user name Admin) administrates user
names and authorizations (see section 5.6.3):
enabling/disabling the login with the user name, Anonymous
creating a user profile
changing a user profile
deleting a user profile
printing out the list of user profiles
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5.6.1 Opening the Administration menu
5.6.2 Opening the Administration window
1 Swap to standby mode with e.
2 Swap to offline mode with [Offline].
3 Select the user name Admin with 82.
4 Confirm the user name with [OK].
5 Input the password for the user name with 82 and 46.
6 Confirm the password with [OK].
Access to the settings in the offline mode is opened.
7 Switch to the menu mode with Menu.
8 Select the Opt menu with 46.
9 Select the User menu item with 82.
10 Confirm the User menu item with g.
1 Open the User menu (see section 5.6.1).
2 Select the Administration menu item with 82.
3 Confirm the Administration menu item with [OK].
The Administration window opens.
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5.6.3 Creating, editing, or deleting a user profile
Enabling/disabling the
user profile,
Anonymous
Creating a user profile
Note
If no setting with the selected number is yet stored, a message appears
when the user profile is stored. Save a setting (see section 11.2).
It is not possible to log in with a user name without a valid setting.
Changing a user profile
1 Open the Administration window (see section 5.6.2).
2 Select the user name Anonymous with 82.
3 Select the user name Anonymous with [OK].
A prompt appears for changing the present setting.
4 Select Yes with [Next].
5 Confirm the change with g.
The OFF status appears in the field next to Anonymous in the
Administration window.
The login with the user name Anonymous is disabled.
2 Select the ??? entry with 82.
3 Confirm the ??? entry with [OK].
A dialog for the input of a new user profile opens.
4 Enter a user name.
5 Swap to the Setting field with [Next].
6 Select one of the settings None or 1 ... 4 with 82.
7 Confirm the Name and Setting with [OK].
The new user profile appears in the Administration window.
3 Confirm the user name with [OK].
A dialog opens for changing the Name or Setting of the user
profile.
4 Swap to the Setting field with [Next].
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Deleting a user profile
5.6.4 Printing the list of user profiles
The administrator (login with the user name, Admin) can print out a list
of current user profiles or all user profiles.
The list of current user profiles (Current) contains the user profiles
which can be used for login.
The list of all user profiles (Complete) contains all current and all
deleted user profiles, which have been used for at least one login.
Note
A consecutive number for each user profile is also assigned internally.
5 Select one of the settings 1 ... 4 with 82.
6 Confirm the Name and Setting with [OK].
The changed user profile appears in the Administration
window.
3 Delete the user profile with [X].
A security prompt opens for deleting the user profile.
5 Confirm the deletion with g.
The user name is deleted from the list of user names in the
Administration window.
1 Open the User menu (see section 5.6.1).
2 Select the Print menu item with 82.
3 Confirm the Print menu item with [OK].
The list of user profiles is printed.
4 Use 82 to select the Current or Complete menu item.
5 Confirm the selection with [OK].
The list of user profiles is printed.
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5.7 Password for user names
The login with the user name Admin and all self-created user names is
protected by a password.
Each terminal is delivered with the password "0001" for the user name,
Admin. Change this password as soon as possible.
5.7.1 Changing the password
The password has 4 numerical digits. The password "0000" is not
allowed.
1 Swap to standby mode.
2 Swap to the selection of the user name with [Online] or
[Offline].
4 Confirm the selection of the user name with [OK].
The dialog for the password input opens.
5 Swap to the Change current field with [Next].
6 Input the current password with 82 and 46.
7 Swap to the Change new field with [Next].
8 Input a new four-digit password with 82 and 46.
9 Confirm the new password with [OK].
The display swaps to the online or offline display. The
password is changed.
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5.7.2 Assigning a password
As long as no login has yet been made with a new user name, this user
name is displayed in brackets in the list of user names. The user
specifies the password when he first logs in with the new user name.
Note
No access to this user profile is possible without this password.
Note
The password has 4 numerical digits. The password "0000" is not
allowed.
5.7.3 Forgotten the password?
Self-created
user profile
It is not possible to log in with this user name without a password.
The administrator can delete and recreate the user profile (see
section 5.6.3).
Admin In emergencies, it is also possible to log in with the user name Admin
using a special enabling code obtained from WTW GmbH.
The address and telephone number of WTW GmbH is given on the
cover page of this operating manual.
1 Swap to standby mode.
2 Swap to the selection of the user name with [Online] or
[Offline].
3 Select the new user name (name in brackets) with 82.
4 Confirm the selection of the user name with [OK].
The dialog for the password input opens.
5 Input a four-digit password with 82 and 46.
6 Confirm the password with g.
The display swaps to the online or offline display.
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5.8 Modules
The calibration data can only be assigned to a user name if the
calibration data were recorded with the current combination of terminal
and module.
As a result of the registration of the modules, the terminal recognizes
whether the calibration data were stored in the module with this or
another terminal.
The registration of a module to a terminal is made automatically in the
first calibration of a module at a terminal.
If a module is registered at a terminal, the user name with which the
calibration was performed appears on the display during the prompt of
a calibration protocol, and the module appears in the Registered
modules list. This list contains all registered modules with the module
type and serial number.
If a module is not registered at a terminal, a note together with unknown
as the user name appears on the display during the prompt of a
calibration protocol.
Note
The maximum number of registered modules is 16. Further modules
are not registered. Calibrations are nevertheless possible. Anonymous
appears as the user name.
Viewing, printing out and editing the list of Registered modules is only
possible during login with the user name Admin.
1 Open the Administration menu (see section 5.6.1).
2 Select the Module menu item with 82.
3 Confirm the Module menu item with [OK].
The Module register window opens.
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Deleting a module
or
Print out the list of
registered modules
4 Select a Module menu item with 82.
5 Delete the selected Module with [X]
6 Print out the list of Modules with [PRINT].
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6 pH
Measuring modules for the inoLab 740:
pH, pH/ION, pH/Cond and Multi.
6.1 Settings for pH
We recommend checking the current settings and correcting them if
necessary before a measurement.
6.1.1 Displaying pH/ISE or measured voltage values
For pH measurements, the inoLab 740 enables rapid switching
between the display of the pH value (pH) and the voltage (U).
6.1.2 Setting the pH display
pH electrodes are connected to the same connector on the measuring
module.
The selection of the measured variable ISE or pH is made in the main
Meas menu. The active pH or ISE setting is marked with .
Measured variable, pH
1 Activate the Display mode.
2 Switch to the display of the pH value with m.
3 Switch between the measured value display of the pH value
(pH) and voltage (U) with 46.
2 Use 46 to select the main Meas menu.
3 Select the pH menu item with 82.
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6.1.3 Measured value resolution of voltage display
Using the U-AutoRng function, you can select the resolution of the
voltage measurement:
If U-AutoRng is not active, voltages in the range of -1999 to +1999
mV are measured with a resolution of 1 mV.
If U-AutoRng is active, voltages in the range of +999.9 mV to -
999.9 mV are measured with a resolution of 0.1 mV.
The rest of the measuring range remains unchanged.
Note
If you expect voltages outside the range +999.9 mV to -999.9 mV and
want to connect a recorder, deactivate U-AutoRange. Otherwise, the
recorder scaling at the range limits will change.
Measured value
resolution,
U
4 Confirm the pH menu item with g.
The pH display is active ().
The pH value appears on the display.
5 Select the U-AutoRng menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the U-AutoRng menu item with g.
The U-AutoRng function is active ().
Voltages in the range between -999.9 and +999.9 are
displayed with a resolution of 0.1 mV.
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6.1.4 Measured value resolution of pH display
You can select the resolution for the pH value:
If the high resolution (pH high resol. ) is switched on,
measurement is carried out over the entire pH range with a
resolution of 0.001.
If the high resolution (pH high resol.) is switched off, measurement
is carried out over the entire pH range with a resolution of 0.01.
Measured value
resolution, pH

5 Select the pH high resol. menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the pH high resol. menu item with .
The 0.001 resolution is active ().
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6.1.5 Resetting to default settings
You can reset (initialize) the settings for the pH measurement to the
default settings.
In a reset, the following functions for the pH measurement are reset to
the default settings:
pH reset With the reset pH function, all the settings for pH measurements are
reset to the default values.
Measuring mode pH
Asymmetry U
Asy
in mV 0 mV
Slope S (k) in mV -59.16 mV
Calibration procedures AutoCal TEC
Temperature, manual 25 C
2 Use 46 to select the main Cal menu.
3 Select the Reset pH menu item with 82.
The default settings for pH measurements have been restored.
The Menu mode is terminated.
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6.2 Calibrating pH measurements
Why calibrate? pH electrodes age. This changes the asymmetry and slope of the pH
electrode. This may cause the measuring system to ignore the limits of
a calibrated system. Calibration determines the current values of the
asymmetry and slope and stores them in the measuring module.
Calibration must be performed at regular intervals.
When to calibrate? After connecting another electrode
When the sensor symbol flashes:
after expiry of the calibration interval
after a voltage interruption, e.g. battery change
You can choose between two calibration procedures: AutoCal and
ConCal:
AutoCal is a fully automatic calibration using the datasets selected for buffer
solutions in the pH buffer menu.
The buffer solutions are automatically recognized by the measuring
instrument. Depending on the instrument setting (see page 74), the
instrument displays the relevant buffer nominal value or the current
electrode voltage in mV. The calibration can be terminated after the first
buffer solution. This corresponds to a single-point calibration.
ConCal is the conventional two-point calibration method using two buffer
solutions (pH 7.0 0.5 and any other buffer solution) or a single-point
calibration using any buffer solution that is used as a high-speed
method.
AutoRead When calibrating with AutoCal, the AutoRead function is automatically
activated.
The current AutoRead measurement can be terminated at any time
(accepting the current value) by pressing g.
Calibration record The calibration record contains the calibration data of the current
calibration. You can call up the calibration record by outputting the data
storage (section 11.3).
Note
You can automatically print a calibration record following calibration. To
do so, switch on the printer before calibrating (print LED lights up
green). After a valid calibration, the record is printed.
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Sample printout:

Calibration evaluation After the calibration, the measuring module automatically evaluates the
current status of the system. The asymmetry and slope are evaluated
separately. The displayed probe symbol shows the worse-case
evaluation of both variables.
.
pH calibration
Cal Date: 05.12.1999
Cal Time: 22:46
Cal Interval: 7 days
AutoCal TEC Tman AR
Buffer 1 2.00
Buffer 2 4.01
Buffer 3 7.00
Buffer 4 10.01
C1 290.6 mV 25C
C1 174.5 mV 25C
C1 0.2 mV 25C
C1 -174.6 mV 25C
S -58.2mV/pH
ASY 0 mV
Sensor +++
User: xxxxxx
Display Asymmetry
[mV]
Slope [mV/pH]
-15 ... +15 -60.5 ... -58
-20 ... +20 -58 ... -57
-25 ... +25 -61 ... -60.5
or
-57 ... -56
Clean the electrode according
to the electrode operating
manual
-30 ... +30 -62 ... -61
or
-56 ... -50
E3
Eliminate the error according
to chapter 14 WHAT TO DO IF...
< -30 or
> 30
... -62 or
... -50
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6.2.1 Buffer sets
Before each calibration, it is necessary to inspect the selected
calibration procedure and the buffer sets used. You can use the
following buffer sets at the specified temperatures for an automatic
calibration.
*
* The calibration for pH 10.01 is optimized for the WTW technical buffer
solution TEP 10 Trace or TPL 10 Trace. Other buffer solutions can lead to
an erroneous calibration. The correct buffer solutions are given in the WTW
catalog or in the Internet.
Buffer set
Menu
designation
pH
values
at
temp
WTW technical buffer solutions Buffer TEC 2.00
4.01
7.00
10.01*
25 C
Standard buffer solutions according to DIN
19266
Buffer DIN 1.679
4.006
6.865
9.180
12.454
25 C
Merck company
Titrisole buffers and buffer solutions
Riedel de Haen company
Fixanale buffers and buffer solutions
Buffer Mrk1 2.00
4.00
7.00
9.00
12.00
20 C
Merck company
Titrisole buffers and buffer solutions
Riedel de Haen company Fixanale buffers
and buffer solutions
Buffer Mrk2 1.00
3.00
6.00
8.00
10.00
13.00
20 C
Merck company ready-made buffer
solutions
Buffer Mrk3 4.66
6.88
9.22
20 C
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6.2.2 Calibration settings
Selecting the calibration
procedure
The following calibration procedures can be selected:
AutoCal
AutoCal [mV]
displays the current electrode voltage in mV during calibration
AutoCal [pH]
displays the respective nominal buffer value during calibration
ConCal
Selecting the buffer data
record
For each calibration procedure, you can select between the buffer
datasets TEC, DIN and Mrk:
3 Select the pH caltype menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the pH caltype menu item with g.
5 Use 82 to select the AutoCal, AutoCal [pH] or ConCal
menu item.
The selected calibration procedure is active ().
7 Select the pH Buffer menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the pH Buffer menu item with g.
9 Select the Buffer TEC, Buffer DIN or Buffer Mrk 1...3 menu
item with 82.
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Calibration interval The calibration interval determines the time interval between regular
system calibrations.
The terminal reminds you to calibrate regularly by the flashing probe
symbol on the display.
The calibration interval is set to 7 days in the factory. You can change
the interval (1-999 days).
For most applications, we recommend a shorter calibration interval.
10 Confirm the selected buffer data record with g. The selected
setting is active ().
3 Use 82 to select the Cal Int. ... menu item.
4 Use g to confirm the Cal Int. ... menu item.
The Calibration interval entry window appears.
5 Option:
6 Increase or reduce the value with 82.
7 Confirm the value for the calibration interval with g.
8 Use [ESC] to terminate the Menu mode.
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Selecting the unit for the
slope
The slope determined during calibration can be displayed in the unit,
mV/pH or %.
The display in % refers to the Nernst slope, 59.2 mV/pH
(100 x the slope determined/Nernst slope).
3 Use 82 to select the pH Caltyp menu item.
4 Use g to confirm the pH Caltyp menu item.
5 Use 82 to select the Slo[%] menu item.
6 Use g to confirm the Stg[%] menu item.
The display of the slope in % is active ().
7 Use m to terminate the Menu mode.
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6.2.3 Calibration
Preparatory activities

Note
During calibration without a temperature probe, set the current
temperature of the respective buffer solution manually (see
section 5.5.1).
If you use a temperature probe, it is not necessary to enter the
temperature manually.
AutoCal
calibration
For the AutoCal procedure, use buffer solutions according to the buffer
table (see section 6.2.1).
During calibration, the display shows both the calibration procedure
and the number of the next buffer solution before a new buffer solution
is used.
The display, e.g. ct1 here, has the following meaning:
The following example covers the autocalibration procedure using
WTW technical buffer solutions. If you use other buffer solutions, e. g.
DIN buffers or buffer solutions of the Merck company, the displays
before using the next buffer will be different.
Note
During calibration, always use the pH buffer solutions in ascending
order.
1 Use m and/or 46 to display the pH value.
2 Connect the pH electrode to the measuring module.
3 Keep the buffer solutions ready (up to 5 solutions, depending
on the selected calibration procedure).
4 Adjust the temperature of the solutions and measure the
temperature if measurement is made without a temperature
probe.
c:The calibration has been started.
t: Selected buffer dataset
t = Technical buffer or
d = DIN buffer or
m = Merck buffer
Possible values: t, d, m
1: No. of the next buffer solution
1 = 1st buffer solution
2 = 2nd buffer solution
3 = ..., etc.
Possible values: 1 ... 5
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1 Select the AutoCal calibration procedure (see section 6.2.2).
2 Select the buffer data record (see section 6.2.1).
3 Perform the preparatory activities (see section 6.2.3).
4 Start the calibration procedure with c.
ct1 appears on the display.
5 If necessary, set the temperature of the first buffer solution with
82 (see section 5.5.2).
6 Immerse the electrode and the temperature probe in the first
buffer solution.
7 Start the measurement with g.
The h display indicator flashes.
The electrode voltage (U in mV) appears on the display. As
soon as a stable value is reached, the display h no longer
flashes. ct2 appears on the display.
8 Thoroughly rinse the electrode with deionized water.
9 If necessary, set the temperature of the second buffer solution
with 82 (see section 5.5.1).
10 Immerse the electrode and the temperature probe in the
second buffer solution.
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Three-point
calibration
11 Start the measurement with g.
The h display indicator flashes. The electrode voltage (mV)
appears on the display.
As soon as a stable value is reached, h disappears.
The slope value (mV/pH) and the asymmetry value (mV)
appear on the display. The probe symbol shows the calibration
evaluation after the two-point calibration.
12 Use g to go on to the three-point calibration
(ct3 appears on the display)
or terminate after the two-point calibration with m
(the current calibration data are stored).
14 If necessary, set the temperature of the third buffer solution
15 Immerse the electrode and the temperature probe in the third
buffer solution.
16 Press the g key.
The electrode voltage (mV) appears on the display.
The probe symbol shows the calibration evaluation after the
three-point calibration.
The value of the slope S (in mV/pH) and the value of the
asymmetry (in mV) appear on the display.
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Four-point
calibration
17 Use g to go on to the four-point calibration
(ct4 appears on the display)
or terminate after the three-point calibration with m
(the current calibration data are stored).
19 If necessary, set the temperature of the fourth buffer solution
20 Immerse the electrode and the temperature probe in the fourth
buffer solution.
21 Press the g key.
The electrode voltage (mV) appears on the display.
The probe symbol shows the calibration evaluation after the
four-point calibration.
The value of the slope S (in mV/pH) and the value of the
asymmetry U
Asy
(in mV) appear on the display.
22 Press the g key.
The pH value and the probe symbol appear on the display.
The system is calibrated for pH measurements.
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Note
The calibration line is determined by linear regression.
After the calibration is finished, the calibration record is automatically
printed if the printer is ready for operation. Information on setting up a
printer and on the printout of further calibration protocols is given in
chapter 12 DATA OUTPUT and section 12.2.4 PRINTING.
ConCal
single-point calibration
Only one buffer solution is required for single-point calibration. The pH
value should lie as close as possible to the expected measured value.
Only the electrode asymmetry is then newly determined. The slope of
the last two-point calibration is retained.
ConCal
two-point calibration
Use the following buffer solutions:
pH 7.0 0.5
Any other buffer solution so that the measuring range is covered as
well as possible
Note
The ConCal calibration procedure has no temperature compensation.
The buffer solutions must have the correct temperature.
If you use a temperature probe, it is not necessary to enter the
temperature manually.
1 Select the ConCal calibration procedure (section 6.2.1).
2 Perform the preparatory activities (see section 6.2.3).
3 Start the calibration procedure with c.
4 Immerse the electrode and the temperature probe in the pH 7.0
0.5 buffer solution.
5 If necessary, set the temperature of the first buffer solution with
82.
6 Use [Adj. Asy.] to call up the input field for the nominal pH value
of the buffer solution.
7 Use 82 (and 46) to select the nominal pH value of the
buffer solution (at the current temperature).
8 Confirm the nominal pH value with g.
9 Use [ESC] to leave the input field for the nominal pH value.
10 Use g to display the slope (mV/pH), the asymmetry (mV),
and the calibration evaluation (probe symbol).
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Two-point
calibration
11 Use g to go on to the two-point calibration
or terminate after the single-point calibration with m
(the present calibration data remain stored).
13 Immerse the electrode and the temperature probe in the
second buffer solution.
14 If necessary, set the measured temperature value of the
second buffer solution with 82 .
15 Use [Adj. Asy.] to call up the input field for the nominal pH value
of the buffer solution.
16 Use 82 (and 46) to select the nominal pH value of the
buffer solution (at the current temperature).
17 Confirm the nominal pH value with g.
18 Use [ESC] to leave the input field for the nominal pH value.
19 Press the g key.
The slope S (in mV/pH), asymmetry U
Asy
(in mV) and
calibration valuation (probe symbol) appear on the display.
20 Press the g key.
The calibration is finished.
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Note
After the calibration is finished, the calibration record is automatically
printed if the printer is ready for operation. Information on setting up a
printer and on the printout of further calibration protocols is given in
chapter 12 DATA OUTPUT and section 12.2.4 PRINTING.
6.3 Measuring the pH value
Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to measure:
Note
Incorrect calibration of pH electrodes leads to incorrect measured
values. Calibrate regularly. The measuring system has to be calibrated
before measuring.
Temperature probe You can measure with or without a temperature probe. If a temperature
probe is connected, it is indicated on the display by v.
Note
If you use a pH electrode without temperature probe, you can also use
the temperature probe of a D. O. probe or a conductivity measuring cell
(see section 5.5.2 MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE). If you use the
temperature probe of a D. O. probe or a conductivity measuring cell, y
or z appears on the display.
1 Connect the electrode to the measuring module.
3 Call up the pH measured value display with 46.
4 Adjust the temperature of the solutions and measure the
current temperature if the measurement is made without a
temperature probe.
5 With manual temperature input:
Use 82 to call up the temperature input field and adjust the
temperature.
Use [ESC] to terminate the temperature input.
6 Calibrate or check the measuring system with the electrode.
7 Switch to the measuring mode with m.
1 Perform the preparatory activities.
2 Immerse the pH electrode in the test sample.
The display shows the current measured value.
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AutoRead
(drift control)
The AutoRead function (drift control) checks the stability of the
measurement signal. The stability has a considerable effect on the
reproducibility of the measured value.
With identical measuring conditions, the maximum deviation is 0.02.
Note
In order to accept the current measured value without waiting for the
end of the AutoRead function, press g on the terminal or on the
measuring module. You can only change to another measured variable
after completion of the AutoRead function.
2 Call up the pH measured variable with 46.
3 Immerse the pH electrode in the test sample.
4 Activate the AutoRead function with a.
The h display indicator appears. The current measured value
is frozen (hold function).
5 Start the AutoRead measurement with g.
The h AR display indicator flashes. When a stable signal is
reached, an acoustic signal is heard and h stops flashing.
6 If necessary, start the next AutoRead measurement with g.
7 To terminate the AutoRead function: Press the a key.
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6.4 Measuring the ORP voltage
The measuring system can measure the ORP voltage of a solution in
conjunction with a ORP electrode, e. g. SenTix ORP.
Note
Note that, when measuring voltages, it can take a long time (even
several hours) until the measured value becomes stable.
ORP electrodes are not calibrated. However, you can check ORP
electrodes using a test solution.
2 Call up the measured variable U with 46.
3 Submerse the ORP electrode in the sample.
4 Wait for a stable measured value.
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7 Ion concentration
For the inoLab 740 measuring modules:
7.1 Settings for ISE
We recommend checking the current settings and correcting them if
necessary before a measurement.
7.1.1 Displaying pH/ISE or measured voltage values
In pH/ISE measurements, inoLab 740 enables a rapid changeover
between the display of the pH/ISE value (pH) and voltage (U).
7.1.2 Setting up the ISE display
Ion-selective electrodes are connected to the pH/U connector of the
measuring module.
The selection of the measured variable ISE or pH is made in the main
Meas menu. The active pH or ISE setting is marked with .
Measured variable, ISE
1 Activate the Display mode.
2 Switch to the display of the pH/ISE value with m.
3 Switch between the measured value display of the pH/ISE
value (pH) and voltage (U) with 46.
3 Select the ISE menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the ISE menu item with g.
The ISE display is active ().
The ion concentration appears on the display (mg/l).
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7.1.3 Determining the measuring range
You can select the measuring range manually or have it selected
automatically. We recommend setting the measuring range manually
when the intended measurement is output to a recorder at the same
time.
You can determine the measuring range for measuring the conductivity
as follows:
Automatic selection of the measuring range (AutoRange)
Manual selection between the following measuring ranges:
Note
If you are using a recorder, we recommend deactivating the AutoRange
function. Specify the expected measuring range manually. Otherwise,
the recorder scaling will change to a different range due to the switch-
over.
Manual selection
of the measuring range
The AutoRng function has to be switched off for the manual selection
of the measuring range.
Concentration [mg/l]
Measuring range 1 (Resolution) 0.000 ... 9.999 (0.001)
Measuring range 4 (Resolution) 0 ... 1999 (1)
1 Switch to the Display mode.
2 Use 46 to select the required measuring range.
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Automatic switch-over
7.1.4 Measured value resolution of voltage display
See section 6.1.3
No default settings are specified for ion-selective measurements.
3 Select the ISE setup menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the ISE setup menu item with g.
5 Select the AutoRng menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the AutoRng menu item with g.
i appears on the display.
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7.2 Advanced settings for ISE
For the inoLab 740 pH/ION measuring module.
7.2.1 Units of the ISE display
You can select the units of the measured value:
6 Select the Unit menu item with 82.
7 Confirm the Unit menu item with g.
8 Select a Unit with 82.
9 Confirm the Unit with g.
The selected Unit is active ().
10 If mg/l was selected:
Continue with step 14.
11 If mol/l was selected:
Select a Ion type with 82.
12 If mg/kg, ppm, % was selected:
Enter the density of the sample with 82.
13 Confirm the entry with g or [ESC].
The units change over.
14 Switch to the measured value display.
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7.2.2 Blank value correction (Bw Corr)
If the ion concentration in the sample is so small that it does not lie in
the linear range of the electrode, you can increase the ion
concentration in the linear range with the blank value correction by the
addition of a blank value solution.
The displayed measured value is the difference between the actual
measured value and the determined blank value.
7 Select the Bw Corr menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the Bw Corr menu item with g.
The Bw Corr function is active ().
The flashing - symbol appears on the measured value
display.
9 Perform a calibration (see section 7.3).
10 Use m to finish the calibration.
The prompt for the measurement of the blank value appears.
12 Immerse the electrode in the blank value solution.
14 Confirm Yes with g.
15 Terminate the blank value determination with [ESC].
The - symbol no longer flashes. The displayed measured
value is reduced by the blank value.
The blank value correction is active until the blank value is
switched off.
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7.2.3 Reference measurement (Ref Meas)
A reference measurement enables you to assign the voltage value 0
mV to the calibration curve of your electrode for a specific ion
concentration (reference concentration).
Prerequisite:
The measured value display must show the voltage.
A valid calibration must be available.
2 Only if no valid calibration is available
(no sensor symbol on the measured value display):
Perform a calibration (see section 7.3).
3 Switch to the display of the voltage (U) with m.
10 Select the Ref Mess menu item with 82.
11 Confirm the Ref Meas menu item with g.
The Ref Mess function is active ().
The - symbol flashes on the measured value display.
12 Switch to the measured value display with m.
13 Open the input field for temperature and reference
concentration with 82.
14 Select the input field R with [Next].
15 Enter the reference concentration R with 82.
16 Use [ESC] to leave the input field.
The measured voltage value is referred to the new reference
concentration.
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7.2.4 Criterion for AutoRead (AutoRead)
The AutoRead criteria affect the reproducibility of the measured values.
The following criteria can be adjusted:
high: highest reproducibility
medium: medium reproducibility
low: lowest reproducibility
Note
Increasing reproducibility also causes the response time to increase
until a measured value is evaluated as stable.
7 Select the AutoRead ... menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the AutoRead ... menu item with g.
The setting of the criterion for AutoRead opens.
9 Select the setting for AutoRead with 82.
10 Leave the setting for AutoRead with [ESC].
The setting of the criterion for AutoRead is active.
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7.3 Calibration for ion-selective measurements
Why calibrate? Ion-selective electrodes age and are temperature-dependent. This
changes the slope. Calibration determines the current slope of the
electrode and stores it in the measuring system.
Thus, you should calibrate before each measurement and at regular
intervals.
Note
For calibration, use tempered standard solutions with a temperature
that differs by a max. of 2 C from the temperature of the test sample.
When to calibrate? Before any concentration measurement if possible
After connecting another electrode
When the sensor symbol flashes after a voltage disconnection, e. g.
battery change
ISECal This is the conventional two-point or three-point calibration procedure
that uses 2 or 3 freely selectable standard solutions. The concentration
expected in the measurement determines the concentration of the
calibration standards to be selected.
AutoRead The calibration procedure automatically activates the AutoRead
function. In order to accept the current measured value without waiting
for the end of the AutoRead function, simply press g.
Display
ISE temp?
If you are using a temperature probe, any temperature deviation ( 2
C) of the standard solutions that is too large is signaled by the display
indicator, ISE temp?.
Note
You can automatically print a calibration record following calibration. To
Sample printout:

Calibration ISE
Cal Date: 05.12.1999
Cal Time: 22:46
ISE Cal Tman
Std 1 0.010mg/l
Std 2 0.020mg/l
C1 168.5 mV 23C
C2 186.1 mV 23C
S 58.7mV
Sensor +++
User: xxxxx
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Electrode
evaluation
After the calibration, the measuring system evaluates the current status
of the electrode. At the same time, the slope S (in mV) is evaluated.
The evaluation appears on the display as the electrode evaluation.
Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities:
Note
For calibration, use tempered standard solutions with a temperature
that differs by a max. of 2 C from the temperature of the test sample.
Display Slope [mV]
50.0 ... 70.0
25.0 ... 35.0
E3
Eliminate the error according to
chapter 6 WHAT TO DO IF...
1 Switch on the measuring system with e.
3 Connect a temperature probe to the measuring system so that
any temperature differences that are too high will be indicated
during calibration.
4 Keep the standard solutions ready.
5 Adjust the temperature of the standard solutions.
8 Confirm the ISE menu item with 82.
The measured variable ISE appears on the display ().
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Calibration Use two or three different standard solutions. For the three-point
calibration, the standard solutions have to be selected in either
increasing or decreasing order.
Note
The measurement precision is also dependent on the selected
standard solutions. Therefore, the selected standard solutions should
cover the expected value range of the subsequent concentration
measurement.
Standard
solution
Values [mg/l]
Std 1 0.01; 0.02; 0.05; 0.1; 0.2; 0.5; 1; 2; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100;
200; 500; 1000
If Std 2 > Std 1, Std 3 must be > Std 2
If Std 2 < Std 1, Std 3 must be < Std 2
Std 2
Std 3
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7.3.1 Two-point and three-point calibration
Two-point
calibration
1 Perform the preparatory activities.
2 Switch to the ISE display with m and/or 46.
3 Press the c key. A field to select the concentration of the first
standard solution is displayed.
4 Use 82 to enter the concentration of the first standard
solution.
5 Immerse the electrode in standard solution 1.
6 Press the g key.
The electrode voltage is displayed and the h display indicator
flashes.
7 If necessary, set the temperature of the standard solution with
8 As soon as a stable value is reached, h stops flashing and the
field to input the concentration of the second standard solution
appears.
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Note
The calibration curve after the two-point calibration is determined by
linear regression. The values of the two-point calibration are then
stored.
Three-point
calibration
9 Use 82 to enter the concentration of standard solution 2.
12 Press the g key.
flashes.
14 As soon as a stable value is reached,
h stops flashing. The slope (mV) of the electrode is displayed
after the two-point calibration. The probe symbol shows the
electrode evaluation after the two-point calibration.
or
Continue to the three-point calibration with g.
16 Press the g key.
The previously set up concentration of the third standard
solution appears on the display.
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17 Use 82 to enter the concentration of standard solution 3.
20 Press the g key.
flashes.
h stops flashing. The slope (mV) of the electrode is displayed.
The probe symbol shows the electrode evaluation after the
previous calibration.
or
In the case of the pH/ION measuring module:
Continue to the four-point to six-point calibration with g (see
section 7.3.2).
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Note
In the pH/ION measuring module, the calibration curve is determined
by spline interpolation. In all other measuring modules with the ISE
function, the calibration curve is determined by linear regression.
7.3.2 Four-point to six-point calibration
Beyond the three-point calibration, a four-point, five-point or six-point
calibration is also possible in the pH/ION measuring module.
Use different standard solutions for this. The standard solutions have
to be selected in either increasing or decreasing order.
Note
The measurement precision is also dependent on the selected
standard solutions. Therefore, the selected standard solutions should
cover the expected value range of the subsequent concentration
measurement.
Standard
solution
Values [mg/l]
Std 1 - 6 0.01; 0.02; 0.05; 0.1; 0.2; 0.5; 1; 2; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100;
200; 500; 1000
If Std 2 > Std 1, Std 3-6 must be > Std 2
If Std 2 < Std 1, Std 3-6 must be < Std 2
1 Perform a three-point calibration (see section 7.3).
2 Continue to the four-point to six-point calibration with g.
The previously set up concentration of the next standard
solution appears on the display.
3 Use 82 to enter the concentration of the fourth standard
solution.
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Note
You can also terminate the calibration prematurely with m. The values
of the previous calibration the remain stored.
The calibration curve is determined by spline interpolation.
5 Immerse the electrode in the next standard solution.
6 Press the g key.
flashes.
h stops flashing. The slope (mV) of the electrode is displayed.
The probe symbol shows the electrode evaluation after the
previous calibration.
9 For carrying out a multipoint calibration:
Repeat steps 2 - 8.
10 To return to the measuring mode: Press the m key.
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7.4 Measuring the ion concentration
Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to measure
the concentration using ion-sensitive electrodes:
Note
Incorrect calibration of ion-sensitive electrodes will result in incorrect
measured values. Calibrate regularly before measuring.
Temperature probe The temperature measurement is absolutely essential for a
reproducible measurement. You can perform concentration
measurements using an NTC30 or Pt 1000 external temperature probe
using the integrated temperature probe of another probe, or without a
temperature probe. The temperature probe that is used is indicated on
the display by v, y, or z.
Note
The measuring system automatically recognizes the type of the
temperature probe used. If the measurement is made without a
temperature probe, proceed as follows:
Measuring
the concentration
Measure the concentration as follows:
2 Adjust the temperature of the solutions, or measure the
temperature if the measurement is made without a temperature
probe.
3 Select the ISE measuring mode.
4 Calibrate or check the measuring system using the ion-
sensitive electrode.
1 Measure the current temperature of the test sample.
2 Adjust the temperature of the test sample and the calibration
standards to the same temperature (maximum deviation:
2 C).
1 Perform the preparatory activities according to section 7.4
2 Immerse the electrode in the test sample.
3 Press the m key until ISE appears. The concentration value
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AutoRead
(drift control)
The AutoRead function (drift control) checks the stability of the
measurement signal. The stability has a considerable effect on the
reproducibility of the measured value. The pH/ION measuring module
allows a setting of the AutoRead criterion (see section 7.2.4).
Note
Before accepting a measured value, make sure that it is stable for a
longer period of time.
end of the AutoRead function, press g.
7.4.1 Select the measuring method
The following methods are supported:
Standard Addition (Std Add)
Double Standard Addition (Std Add ++)
Standard Subtraction (Std Sub)
Sample Addition (Smp Add)
Sample Subtraction (Smp Sub)
Blank value Addition (Bw Add)
1 Call up the ISE measuring mode with m.
2 Immerse the electrode in the test sample.
The current measured value is frozen.
4 Start AutoRead with g. h flashes until a stable measured
value is reached. The stable measured value is transmitted to
the printer or interface.
5 If necessary, start the next AutoRead measurement with g.
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1 Switch on the measuring system with e.
3 Connect a temperature probe to the measuring system so that
any temperature differences that are too high will be indicated
during calibration.
4 Keep the standard solutions ready.
5 Adjust the temperature of the standard solutions.
The ISE measured variable appears on the display ().
10 Select the ISE Adv. menu item with 82.
11 Confirm the ISE Adv. menu item with g.
The menu with the measuring methods opens.
12 Select a method with 82.
13 Confirm the method with g.
Measurement with the selected method begins.
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7.4.2 Standard Addition (Std Add)
In the "Standard addition" procedure, a known amount of standard
solution is added to the sample.
The ion concentration in the sample is calculated from the change in
potential.
Measuring
1 Select the measuring method (see section 7.4.1).
2 Prepare two standard calibration solutions.
3 Perform a two-point calibration according to the user guidance.
4 As soon as a stable value for the second standard calibration
solution is reached, the
display indicator h stops flashing. The slope (mV) of the
electrode is displayed after the two-point calibration. The probe
symbol shows the electrode evaluation after the two-point
calibration.
5 Start the measurement with [Start].
A window for the entry of data opens.
6 Enter Sample volume and ISA/TISAB volume with 82 and
[Next].
8 Immerse the electrode in the sample.
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10 Add the standard solution to the sample.
12 Enter Standard volume, Standard concentration and Ion type
with 82 and [Next].
13 Terminate the measurement with [Start].
14 Start a new measurement with [Next].
15 Repeat steps 7 - 13 for all samples.
16 Terminate the measurement with [ESC].
A security prompt appears.
Terminate the measurement.
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7.4.3 Double Standard Addition (Std Add ++)
In the "Double Standard Addition" procedure, a known amount of
standard solution is added to the sample in two steps.
potential between the first and second addition of standard solution.
To ensure reproducibility, the second addition of standard solution
must use a volume that is twice as big as the volume used in the first
addition.
Measuring
[Next].
6 Add standard solution (1 Vol.% of the sample solution).
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with 82 and [Next].
9 Continue the measurement with [Start].
10 Add the standard solution (2 Vol% of the sample solution).
11 Continue the measurement with [Start].
A security prompt appears
The measurement is terminated.
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7.4.4 Standard Subtraction (Std Sub)
In the "Standard Subtraction" procedure, a known amount of standard
solution is added to the sample (as complexing agent or precipitating
agent) and, thus, the ion concentration lowered.
potential.
Measuring
calibration.
[Next].
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for the sample (#1) and standard solution (#2) with 82 and
[Next].
13 For the entry of a self-defining type of ion (??):
Select the ?? entry for the ion in the sample (#1) with
82.
Set the valency and molecular weight for the ion in the
sample with [Next] and 82.
Select the ?? entry for the ion in the standard solution (#2)
with [Next] and 82.
standard solution with [Next] and 82.
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7.4.5 Sample Addition (Smp Add)
In the "Sample addition" procedure, a known amount of sample is
added to the standard solution.
potential.
Measuring
calibration.
The entry window for Standard volume, Standard
concentration and ISA volume opens.
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6 Enter Standard volume, Standard concentration and ISA
volume with 82 and [Next].
8 Immerse the electrode in the standard.
10 Add the sample to the standard solution.
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7.4.6 Sample Subtraction (Smp Sub)
In the "Sample Subtraction" procedure, a known amount of sample is
added to the standard solution.
potential.
The sample subtraction is one method for the indirect determination of
ions. It is used for the determination of ions for which no direct
determination is possible.
A sample addition of 1% of the volume of the standard solution
prevents the sample matrix having an interfering influence on the
measurement.
3 Perform a two-point calibration according to user guidance.
calibration.
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Measuring
The entry for Standard volume, Standard concentration and
ISA volume opens.
8 Immerse the electrode in the standard solution.
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12 Enter the Standard volume, and the Ion type for the sample
(#1) and standard solution (#2) with 82 and [Next].
13 For the entry of a self-defining type of ion (??):
Select the ?? entry for the ion in the sample (#1) with
82.
sample with [Next] and 82.
Select the ?? entry for the ion in the standard solution (#2)
with [Next] and 82.
standard solution with [Next] and 82.
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7.4.7 Standard addition with blank value correction (Bw Add)
In the "Standard addition with blank value correction" procedure, a
known amount of standard solution is added to the sample in two steps.
The ion concentration in the linear range of the electrode characteristic
curve is increased with the first addition.
The second addition is equivalent to the standard addition.
potential.
Measuring
calibration.
6 Enter the volume of the sample (Smp Vol), volume of the ISA
solution (ISA Vol), volume of the blank value solution (Bw Vol)
and concentration of the blank value solution (Bw Conc) with
82 and [Next].
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8 Immerse the electrode in the sample increased with the blank
value.
12 Enter the volume of the standard solution (Std volume),
concentration of the standard solution (Std conc.) and Ion
typewith 82 and [Next].
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inoLab 740 Dissolved oxygen (D. O.)
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8 Dissolved oxygen (D. O.)
Oxi, BSB/BOD and Multi.
8.1 Settings for D. O. measurements
In order to achieve comparable and reproducible measuring results, we
recommend checking the current settings before measuring.
For D. O. measurements, two measuring ranges with different
resolutions are available.
Range from 0 to 19.99 mg/l dissolved oxygen.
Standard range for all aqueous test samples.
Range from 0 to 90.0 mg/l dissolved oxygen.
This range may be necessary for non-aqueous test samples
(measuring ranges: see chapter 15 TECHNICAL DATA).
Note
When connecting a recorder, deactivate the AutoRange function if
measured values are also expected outside the range of 0 ... 19.99 mg/
l. Otherwise, the recorder scaling at the range limits will change.
3 Select the Oxi setup menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the Oxi setup menu item with g.
The i display indicator appears on the display.
Dissolved oxygen (D. O.) inoLab 740
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8.1.2 Displaying the air pressure
You can display the current air pressure in mbar.
Note
The value always shows the absolute air pressure. It does not refer to
altitude above sea level.
8.1.3 Salinity correction
When measuring the concentration of test samples with a salt content
of more than 1 g/l, a salinity correction is required. To do this, you have
to enter the salinity equivalent of the test sample (range 0.0 - 70.0) and
to switch on the salinity correction.
Entering the
salinity
3 Select the Oxi setup menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the Oxi setup menu item with g.
5 Using 82 select the menu item Atm. press.
6 Using g confirm the menu item Atm. press.
The atmospheric pressure is displayed.
7 Press [ESC] to close the air pressure display and terminate the
Menu mode.
3 Select the Set Sal ... menu item with 82.
The input field for the salinity appears on the display.
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Switching the
salinity correction on/
off
You can switch the salinity correction on/off. The k display indicator
appears on the display when the salinity correction is switched on.
5 Option:
Select a digit with 46.
6 Increase or reduce the salinity value with 82.
7 Use [ESC] to terminate the input.
3 Select the Include sal menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the Include sal menu item with g.
The salinity correction is active ().
k appears on the display.
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You can reset (initialize) the settings for the D. O. measurement to the
default settings.
The following functions are reset:
Reset O2 With the O2 reset, all the settings for D. O. measurements are reset to
the default values.
Measuring mode D. O. concentration
Relative slope (S
Rel
) 1.00
Salinity (value) 0.0
Salinity (function) off
3 Select the Reset O2 menu item with 82.
The default settings for D. O. measurements are restored. The
Menu mode is terminated.
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8.2 Calibrating for D. O. measurements
Why calibrate? D. O. probes age. This changes the slope of the D. O. probe. As a
result, an inexact measured value is displayed. Calibration determines
the current slope of the probe and stores this value in the instrument.
After calibrating the D. O. probe in the air calibration vessel, the
measuring system displays a value of approx. 102% oxygen saturation.
If the value of the oxygen saturation obtained by checking the probe in
the air calibration vessel is different from this, it is necessary to calibrate
or clean the probe.
If possible, check the probe signal in the air calibration vessel before
each series of measurements.
When to calibrate? At regular intervals (14 days)
After connecting another D. O. probe
Calibration procedures The following calibration procedures are provided:
Calibration in water vapor-saturated air.
To calibrate the CellOx 325, use the OxiCal
-SL air calibration ves-

sel (accessory), to calibrate the DurOx 325, use the OxiCal
-D air
calibration vessel (contained in the scope of delivery of the sensor).
Calibration via a comparison measurement* (e. g. Winkler titration
according to DIN EN 25813 or ISO 5813).
At the same time, the relative slope is adapted to the comparison
measurement by a correction factor.
AutoRead The calibration procedure automatically activates the AutoRead
function. The h display indicator flashes. The calibration process is
finished when h stops flashing.
Note
You can automatically print a calibration record after the calibration. To
Sample printout:

* for the inoLab Oxi 740 and BSB/BOD 740 measuring modules
Calibration O2
Cal Date: 05.12.1999
Cal Time: 22:46
Cal Interval: 14 days
OxiCal
Rel. slope 0.73
Sensor +++
User: xxxxx
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Probe evaluation After the calibration, the measuring module evaluates the current
status, i. e. the relative slope, of the probe. The evaluation appears on
the display. Low values indicate that the electrolytic solution will soon
be depleted and the probe will have to be regenerated.
Display Relative slope
S = 0.8 ... 1.25
S = 0.7 ... 0.8
S = 0.6 ... 0.7
E3
S < 0.6 or S > 1.25
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8.2.1 Settings
Calibration interval The calibration interval is used to determine after how many days you
want to be reminded that a D. O. calibration is due.
Select calibration
procedure *
*
3 Select the Cal Int. ... menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the Cal Int. ... menu item with g.
The input field for the calibration interval appears.
5 Option:
6 Set the required interval (days) with 82.
7 Confirm the calibration interval entered with g.
3 Use 82 to select the Oxi Caltype.
4 Confirm the OxiCaltype menu item with g.
5 Use 82 to select the menu item OxiCal or OxiTitr.
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8.2.2 Calibrating with the air calibration vessel
Proceed as follows to calibrate the measuring system:
Preparatory activities
Note
The sponge in the air calibration vessel must be moist (not wet). Follow
the instructions in the OxiCal
-SL operating manual.

Note
In the measuring mode, the system should display an oxygen
saturation of approx. 102% in the air calibration vessel.
1 Connect the D. O. probe to the measuring module.
2 Keep the OxiCal
-SL air calibration vessel ready.

3 Put the D. O. probe into the air calibration vessel.
4 Press the c key.
5 Press the g key.
h flashes until a stable value is reached.
The probe symbol shows the relative slope that has been
determined and the probe evaluation (see page 124).
6 Use g to finish the calibration.
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8.2.3 Calibrating via a comparison measurement *
1 Connect the D. O. probe to the measuring instrument.
2 Press the c key.
3 Immerse the D. O. probe in the calibrating solution.
4 Press the g key.
The AutoRead measurement begins. When the measured
value is stable, the input field for the Fac. correction factor
opens.
5 Perform a comparison measurement, e. g. Winkler titration,
with the calibrating solution (determine the nominal value).
Leave the measuring instrument switched on until the nominal
value is determined.
6 Increase/reduce the correction factor with 82 (and 46),
until the displayed measured value corresponds to the nominal
value.
7 Use m or [ESC] to leave the input field and finish the
calibration.
8 Remove the D. O. probe from the calibrating solution.
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8.3 Measuring the D. O. content
You can display the following measured parameters:
D. O. concentration
Oxygen saturation
Oxygen partial pressure
Preparatory activities Preparatory activities before the measurement:
Note
An incorrect calibration of the measuring system with D. O. probes will
cause incorrect measured values. Calibrate at regular intervals.
Temperature probe The D. O. probe has an integrated temperature probe that always
measures the current temperature of the test sample.
Probe with stirrer The StirrOx G D. O. probe has a temperature probe and stirrer
integrated in it. Using the key on the probe, switch the stirrer on and off.
When the stirrer is switched on, 3 appears on the display.
Salinity correction When measuring the concentration in test samples with a salt content
of more than 1 g/l, a salinity correction is required.
Displaying the D. O.
content
1 Connect the D. O. probe to the measuring module.
The measuring system identifies the probe and displays a
measured value for oxygen. If the oxygen probe is already
plugged in, press m several times until a measured value for
oxygen appears on the display.
2 Calibrate or check the measuring system with the probe (see
section 8.2).
1 Perform the preparatory activities according to section 8.3.
2 Immerse the D. O. probe in the test sample.
The measured variable last selected appears on the display.
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8.3.1 Selecting the measured value display
D. O. concentration
D. O. saturation
D. O. partial pressure
1 Press the 46 key repeatedly until the oxygen concentration
appears on the display in mg/l.
2 Press the 46 key repeatedly until the saturation in %
3 Press the 46 key repeatedly until the D. O. partial pressure
in mbar appears on the display.
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8.3.2 Drift control (AutoRead)
The AutoRead function checks the stability of the measurement signal.
The stability has a considerable impact on the reproducibility of the
measured values.
When using a probe with integrated stirrer (StirrOx G), the
measurement with AutoRead can be started using the key on the
probe. As soon as a stable measured value is reached, the stirrer
switches itself off.
Note
end of the AutoRead function, simply press g on the terminal or
measuring module or the key on the StirrOx G probe.
1 Use m to call up the Display mode.
2 Call up the oxygen measured variable with m.
3 Immerse the D. O. probe in the test sample.
The h display indicator appears on the display.
The measured value is frozen (hold function).
5 Start the measurement with AutoRead by pressing g or the
key on the StirrOx G probe. The h display indicator flashes.
If the StirrOx G probe is used: 3 flashes.
When a stable signal is reached, an acoustic signal is heard
and h stops flashing.
If the StirrOx G probe is used: The 3 display indicator
disappears.
6 If necessary, start the next measurement with AutoRead by
pressing g or the key on the StirrOx G probe.
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Reproducibility criteria With identical measurement conditions, the following applies:
Measured
parameter
Reproducibility Response time
D. O. concentration better than 0.05 mg/l > 10 seconds
Oxygen saturation
index
better than 0.6 % > 10 seconds
Oxygen partial
pressure
better than 0.6 mbar > 10 seconds
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9 BOD
For the inoLab 740 BSB/BOD measuring module.
9.1 General information
For BOD measurements, the inoLab BSB/BOD enables:
The administration of a maximum of 30 samples.
The use of a maximum of 18 sample dilutions per sample.
The use of a maximum of 5 blank value solutions (for determination
of the blank value).
The setting of the incubation time (5 to 30 days).
The assignment of names to the blank value solutions, samples,
sample dilutions and routines (max. 12 characters for each name
and max. 7 routines).
The simplification of entries by the use of an external IBM-PC
keyboard (see section 4.2.3).
Automation by the use of BOD routines (see section 9.4);
This enables BOD measurements to be automated by pressing a
key for each measurement.
Automation by using the StirrOx G oxygen sensor with integrated
stirrer;
This enables measurement routines to be carried out simply with the
key on the sensor.
Automation through the use of a barcode reader (see section 9.1.2);
This makes the entry of the names of samples, sample dilutions and
blank value solutions unnecessary.
The editing and printout of the measurement results (see
section 9.3.1).
Preparatory activities Preparatory activities before the measurement:
Note
An incorrect calibration of the measuring system with D. O. probes will
cause incorrect measured values. Perform a calibration at regular time
intervals (see section 8.2).
Note
The drift control (AutoRead) function corresponds to the AutoRead
function in section 8.3.2. BOD measurements are automatic AutoRead
measurements.
1 Prepare blank value solutions and sample dilutions.
2 Calibrate or check the measuring system with the probe (see
section 8.2).
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9.1.1 Operation with the StirrOx G oxygen sensor
Use the key on the StirrOx G to switch on the stirrer and start a
measurement with AutoRead at the same time.
This enables the automation of the BOD measurements.
When the stirrer is switched on, 3 appears on the display.
9.1.2 Operation with a barcode reader
Using a barcode reader makes it possible to fill out name fields on the
display automatically using the barcode reader.
In addition, it is possible to start a measurement automatically after
reading in a name field with the barcode by activating Scanner
Automatic.
Note
If the scanner is set to automatic, always check all the data shown on
the display during a measurement first, and then terminate the entries
by reading in the name in the name field. After reading in the barcode,
the BOD measurement starts automatically.
3 Select the BOD menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the BOD menu item with g.
5 Select the BOD setup menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the BOD setup menu item with g.
7 Select the Scanner menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the Scanner menu item with g.
The selection field for the scanner setting appears.
9 Select the required use of the barcode reader (automatic or
manual) with 82.
10 Confirm the settings with [ESC].
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9.2 BOD measurement
9.2.1 Procedure
BOD measurements run according to the following sequence:
Start measurement at the beginning of the incubation period
Measurement of the blank value solutions
Measurement of the sample dilutions
End measurement after expiry of the incubation period
Measurement of the blank value solutions
Measurement of the sample dilutions
Editing and output of the measurement results
Names for samples, sample dilutions and blank value solutions are
entered via the keys on the terminal, an external keyboard or via a
barcode reader (see section 9.1.2).
9.2.2 Start measurement
Have the following data ready before the measurement:
Number of blank value solutions (max. 5)
Number of sample dilutions (max. 18)
Amount of sample (in ml) and total volume (in ml) of each sample
dilution
Incubation period (5 to 30 days)
Names for blank value solutions, samples, sample dilutions and
routines (each with a max. of 12 characters)
Note
The expiry of a start measurement with routine corresponds to the start
measurement without routine. Entry fields are filled out with the default
values of the routine.
5 Select the Start Meas menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Start Meas menu item with g.
The Start measurement window appears.
To start a measurement without routine, continue at step 7.
To start a measurement with routine, continue at step 15.
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Start measurement
without routine
7 Select No in the With routine field using 82.
The entry field New dilution water appears.
8 Swap between the entry fields with [Next].
9 Select Yes or No in the New dilution water field with 82.
If New dilution water No was selected: The Number entry
field disappears. The measurement of the blank value
solutions is skipped. The blank value solutions last
measured are used for the BOD determination.
If New dilution water Yes was selected: The Number entry
field appears. A new blank value solution is measured to
determine the BOD value.
11 Only for New dilution water Yes:
Enter the number of the blank value solutions to be measured
in the Number field with 82.
12 Only for New dilution water Yes: Swap between the entry fields
with [Next].
13 Select the incubation period (in days) in the BOD field with
82.
14 Confirm the settings with [Start].
If New dilution water No was selected: The Start
measurement Sample window opens. Continue with
step 28.
For New dilution water Yes: The Start measurement Dilution
water window opens. Continue with step 22.
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Start measurement with
routine
15 Check the data on the display.
If the data is correct: Continue with step 17.
To change the data: Continue with step 16.
16 Select Yes in the With routine field with 82.
The New dilution water entry field disappears.
17 Start the measurement with [Start]. The Samples window
opens.
18 Select a routine name with 82.
20 Select Yes or No in the Dilution water field with 82.
If New dilution water No was selected: The Number entry
field disappears. The measurement of the blank value
solutions is skipped. The blank value solutions last
measured are used for the BOD determination.
If New dilution water Yes was selected: The Number entry
field appears.
If New dilution water No was selected: The Start
measurement Sample window opens. Continue with
step 28.
For New dilution water Yes: The Start measurement Dilution
water window opens. Continue with step 22.
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Measurement of blank
value solutions
Measurement of sample
dilutions
23 Enter a name with 82, external keyboard or barcode
reader.
24 Immerse the sensor in the blank value solution.
26 Wait for the end of the measurement.
27 Repeat from step 22 to step 26 until all blank value solutions
are measured. Subsequently, the Start measurement Sample
window opens.
29 Enter a name for the sample dilution with 82, an external
keyboard or via the barcode reader.
31 Enter the number of the sample dilutions in the Number field
with 82 or an external keyboard.
The Start measurement Dilution 1 window appears.
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34 Enter a name with 82, an external keyboard or via the
barcode reader.
36 Enter the volume of the sample in the Vol. sample field with
82 or an external keyboard.
38 Enter the total volume of the sample dilution in the Vol.Total
field with 82 or an external keyboard.
39 Immerse the sensor in the sample dilution.
The sample dilution is measured.
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Saving the routine
42 Repeat from step 33 to step 42 for all sample dilutions.
Subsequently, the Routine STORE window opens.
43 Select Save Routine YES or No in the field with 82.
If Save Routine YES was selected, the routine is saved under
a routine name.
44 Confirm the settings with [Ok].
If Save Routine NO was selected, the start measurement is
ended.
If Save Routine YES was selected, an entry field for the
routine name appears.
46 Enter a name for the routine with 82 or an external
keyboard.
47 Confirm the entry with [Ok].
The start measurement is completed and the data are stored
as a routine using the name entered.
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9.2.3 Stopping the BOD measurement
You can stop the measurement process at any time during a start
measurement or end measurement.
Note
The data of the start measurement are retained when an end
measurement is stopped.
9.2.4 End measurement
The end measurement is carried out after the incubation period
expires.
Note
Normally, you can confirm all windows and settings in the end
measurement by simply pressing [Start]. The settings and values
offered correspond to the values that were entered in the start
measurement.
1 Initiate the stopping of the measurement with [ESC] or with m.
2 Select Yes for the security prompt with [Next].
3 Confirm the stopping with g.
The entries and measurements made up to now are deleted.
5 Select the menu item BOD end meas with 82.
6 Confirm the BOD end meas menu item with g.
The Select sample window opens.
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Note
In the case of an end measurement with barcode reader, any order of
the measurement of blank value solutions and sample dilutions is
acceptable. Reading in the identification automatically causes the
correct assignment of the start measurement to the measured value.
In an end measurement without a barcode reader, follow the prescribed
order of the measurements.
7 Select a sample in the name field with 82.
The status field shows the status of the sample:
: incubation period still running
: performing end measurement
: end measurement already performed.
: incubation period exceeded
9 Swap between the selection fields with [Next].
10 Select Yes or No in the KnownDil.Water (use known dilution
water) field with 82.
Skip the end measurement of the blank value solutions with
Yes. The end measurements of the known blank value
solutions are used for calculating the BOD.
Use No to carry out the end measurements also for the
blank value solutions.
11 Begin the end measurement with [Start].
If KnownDil.Water Yes was selected, continue with step 19.
If KnownDil.Water No was selected, the End measurement
window for the first blank value solution opens.
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14 Select Yes or No in the Remove field with 82.
If Remove No was selected, the (default) values from the
start measurement are adopted.
If Remove Yes was selected, no end measurement is
performed for this blank value solution. The value appears
on the report marked by *. This value is not used for
calculating the BOD value.
15 Immerse the sensor in the blank value solution.
If Remove Yes was selected, a security prompt appears
before the removal. After confirmation with Yes, the next
blank value solution is offered for the end measurement
(see step 12).
If Remove No was selected, the measurement of the blank
value solution begins.
18 Repeat from step 12 to step 18 for all blank value solutions.
Subsequently, the End measurement window opens for the
sample dilutions.
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21 Select Yes or No in the Remove field with 82.
If Remove No was selected, the end measurement is
carried out.
If Remove Yes was selected, the end measurement is not
carried out. The value appears on the report marked by *.
This value is not used for calculating the BOD value.
22 Immerse the sensor in the sample dilution.
23 Confirm the data with [Start].
If Remove Yes was selected, a security prompt appears
before the removal. After confirming with Yes the next
sample dilution is offered (see step 19).
If Remove No was selected, the measurement of the
sample dilution begins.
25 Repeat from step 19 to step 24 for all sample dilutions.
Subsequently, the End status BOD window opens.
26 Display and edit the measurement result with [Open] (see
section 9.3.1)
or
Terminate the end measurement with [ESC].
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9.3 BOD result
9.3.1 Displaying, editing and printing the measurement result
After the end measurement is completed, you can display, edit and
print out the measurement result.
The editing is restricted to the IDs of blank value solutions and sample
dilutions that are not included in the calculation.
Displaying the
measurement result
5 Select the BOD result menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the BOD result menu item with g.
7 Select a sample name with 82.
: end measurement already performed
8 Display the result with [Open].
9 View the measured data with 82 (a small arrow on the left
edge of the display shows the selected line).
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Editing the
measurement result
Printing the
measurement result
10 Select a line containing a measured value with 82 (a small
arrow on the left edge of the display shows the selected line).
11 If necessary, use g to exclude the measured value of the
BOD calculation (small * on the right edge of the display).
The value also appears in the report marked by *. This value
is not used for calculating the BOD value.
12 Print out the result with p.
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Sample printout:
14.03.2001 16:04:53
=======================================
BOD 5 report
Sample ID :1
_______________________________________
Start measurement
from 14.03.2001 14:02:29
to 14.03.2001 14:03:38
Final measurement
from 19.03.2001 15:03:35
to 19.03.2001 15:04:44
Dilution water
_______________________________________
ID: 1
Start :7.87 mg/
l
End :7.15 mg/
l
Blank value :0.72 mg/
l
ID: 2
Start :7.87 mg/
l
End :7.87 mg/
l
Blank value :0.00 mg/
l
Measurement is removed
Blank value = 0.72 mg/l
Sample dilution
_______________________________________
ID: test1
Sample volume :100 ml
Total volume :1000 ml
Start :7.87 mg/
l
End :7.87 mg/
l
BOD 5 :-6.48
mg/l
Measurement is removed
ID: test2
Total volume :1000 ml
Start :7.87 mg/
l
End :7.87 mg/
l
BOD 5 :-6.48
mg/l
ID: test3
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9.3.2 Deleting BOD measurement results
Deleting individual BOD
measurement results
Deleting all BOD
measurement results
5 Select the Delete BOD menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Delete BOD menu item with g.
7 Select the Sample menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the Sample menu item with g.
The Select sample window opens.
9 Select a sample name with 82.
: end measurement already performed
10 Confirm the selection with [Ok].
The security prompt opens.
12 Confirm the deleting of the dataset with g.
The display shows a confirmation of the deleted dataset.
7 Select the All samples menu item with 82.
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9.4 Routines
9.4.1 Setting up routines
Routines define constantly recurring measurement procedures. This
includes the number and name of blank value solutions and sample
dilutions as well as the dilution ratios.
Routines are set up
Before the first measurement:
Complete routines can be set up in the BOD menu.
At the end of a start measurement:
You can save the current settings as a routine in the Save routine
window.
Have the following data ready before setting up a routine:
Number of blank value solutions (max. 5)
Number of sample dilutions per sample (max. 18)
Amount of sample (in ml) and total volume (in ml) of each sample
dilution
Incubation period (5 to 30 days)
Names of the blank value solutions, samples, sample dilutions and
routines (max. of 12 characters each)
8 Confirm the All samples menu item with g.
The security prompt opens.
10 Confirm the deleting of all datasets with g.
The display shows a confirmation of the deleting of all datasets.
5 Select the BOD setup menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the BOD setup menu item with g.
7 Select the New routine menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the New routine menu item with g.
The Start measurement window appears.
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Note
When defining new routines, the same displays appear as in the start
measurement. However, the measurement of samples is not shown.
When defining routines, [Ok] always appears instead of the [Start]
softkey. For a detailed description of the process, see section 9.2.2.
Note
Also, an existing routine can be used as a template when defining new
routines.
9.4.2 Starting a measurement with routine
When using the routines for measurement, the fields on the display are
already filled out with the data from the routine. This simplifies
operation during the measurement to confirming the individual window
with [Start]. With the exception of selecting a routine, the course of the
measurement does not differ from the start measurement without
routine.
9.4.3 Deleting routines
The number of stored routines is restricted to 7. To create space for
new routines, or to remove routines that are no longer required,
routines can be deleted. It is possible to delete an individual routine or
to delete all stored routines.
Deleting an individual
routine
7 Select the Routine menu item with 82.
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Deleting all routines
8 Confirm the Routine menu item with g.
The Remove routine window opens.
9 Select a routine with 82.
10 Confirm the selection with [OK].
A security prompt opens before the selection is deleted.
12 Confirm the deletion of the routine with g.
The display shows that the selected routine has been
successfully deleted.
7 Select the All routines menu item with 82.
8 Confirm the All routines menu item with g.
A security prompt opens before the selection is deleted.
10 Confirm the deleting of all routines with g.
The display shows a confirmation of the deleting of all datasets.
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10 Conductivity
Cond, pH/Cond and Multi.
10.1 Settings for conductivity measurements
In order to achieve comparable and reproducible measuring results, we
recommend checking and, if necessary, correcting the current settings
before measuring.
You can select the measuring range manually or have it selected
automatically. We recommend setting the measuring range manually
when the intended measurement is output to a recorder at the same
time.
You can determine the measuring range for measuring the conductivity
as follows:
Automatic selection of the measuring range
Manual selection between the following ranges with the following
resolution:
0.001 S (if you use LR001),
0.01 S (if you use LR01),
0.1 S/cm, 1 S/cm, 0.01 mS/cm, 0.1 mS/cm, 1 mS/cm
Measuring the salinity (Sal) and the total dissolved solids (TDS)
Note
If you are using a recorder, we recommend deactivating the AutoRange
function. Specify the expected range manually. Otherwise, the
recorder scaling will change to a different range due to the switch-over.
Manual selection
The AutoRng function has to be switched off for the manual selection
of the measuring range.
Automatic switch-over
2 Use 46 to select the required range or Sal or TDS.
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10.1.2 Entering the reference temperature
You can select the reference temperature T
Ref
= 25C (Tref25) or T
Ref

= 20C (Tref20).
3 Select the Cond setup menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the Cond setup menu item with g.
i appears on the display.
5 Select the TRef25 or TRef20 menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the TRef25 or TRef20 menu item with g.
When displaying the measured variable, conductivity, ( )
5 or 0 appears on the display.
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10.1.3 Displaying the conductivity or specific resistance
You can select the display of the conductivity (in S/cm) or of the specific
resistance (in M cm).
5 Select the Cond MOhm menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Cond MOhm menu item with g.
The conductivity is displayed in the units, M cm.
7 Use [ESC] to terminate the Menu mode.
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10.1.4 Setting the temperature compensation
The calculation of the temperature compensation is based on the
preset reference temperature, Tref 20 or Tref 25 (see chapter
10.2 DETERMINING/SETTING UP THE CELL CONSTANT).
You can select the following temperature compensations for the
temperature functions:
Nonlinear temperature compensation "nLF"
according to EN 27 888
Linear temperature compensation "lin" with the adjustable
coefficient of 0.001 to 3.000 %/K
No temperature compensation "off"
Note
Select the following temperature compensations from the table
according to the respective test sample:
Application notes

Setting the temperature
compensation
Test sample Temperature compensation Display
indicator
Natural water
(ground water,
surface water,
drinking water)
nLF
EN 27 888
n
Ultrapure water nLF
EN 27 888
n
Other aqueous
solutions
Linear temperature
compensation
Select 0.001 ... 3.000 %/K
q
Salinity (seawater) Automatically nLF according to
IOT
k, n
3 Use 82 to select one of the menu items, TC nLF or TC lin
or TC off.
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10.1.5 Reset (Reset)
You can reset (initialize) the settings for the conductivity measurement.
In a reset, the following functions for the conductivity measurement are
reset to the default settings:
The temperature compensation is active ().
Measuring mode
Cell constant (c) 0.475 cm
-1
(calibrated)
0.475 cm
-1
(set up)
Temperature compensation nLF
Reference temperature TRef25
Temperature coefficient (TC) of
the linear temperature
compensation
2.000 %/K
TDS factor 1.00
3 Select the Reset cond menu item with 82.
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Note
The calibration data will be lost in a reset. Recalibrate after performing
a reset.
10.2 Determining/setting up the cell constant
Why determine/set up
the cell constant?
Aging slightly changes the characteristics of the cell, e. g. by coatings.
As a result, an inexact measured value is displayed. The original
characteristics of the cell can often be restored by cleaning the cell.
Calibration determines the current cell constant and stores it in the
instrument.
Thus, you should calibrate at regular intervals (we recommend: every
6 months).
You can determine the actual cell constant of the conductivity
measuring cell by calibrating with the control standard in the following
ranges:
0.450 ... 0.500 cm
-1

(e.g. TetraCon, nominal cell constant 0.475)
0.800 ... 1.200 cm
-1
(cells with a cell constant of approx. 1)
For the fixed cell constant 0.01 cm
-1
, calibration is not required.
Cell constants outside the ranges mentioned above cannot be
calibrated.
10.2.1 Determining the cell constant (calibration)
Note
This method of automatically determining the cell constant by
calibration with the 0.01 mol/l KCL standard solution can only be used
for measuring cells with cell constants in the range 0.450 ... 0.500 cm
-
1
or 0.800 ... 1.200 cm
-1
.
Note
If the error message E3 appears, refer to chapter 14 WHAT TO DO IF...
Calibration procedure To determine the cell constant, you need a 0.01 mol/l KCl calibration
solution.
4 Use g to confirm the Reset cond menu item.
The default settings for conductivity measurements are
restored. The Menu mode is terminated.
1 Start the determination of the cell constant with c.
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Calibration evaluation After calibrating, the measuring module automatically evaluates the
calibration. The evaluation appears on the display.
Calibration record The measuring module automatically saves the cell constant in the
calibration record. The last calibration protocol can be displayed at any
time with the aid of the Cal Prot. function ... in the Cal menu (see
section 11.3).
2 Immerse the measuring cell in the prepared calibration
solution.
3 Press the g key in order to start the measurement with
AutoRead to determine the cell constant.
The h display indicator flashes until a stable signal is
reached.
The cell constant determined is displayed.
4 Return to the measuring mode with g or m.
Display Cell constant [cm
-1
]
0.450 ... 0.500 cm
-1
0.800 ... 1.200 cm
-1
E3
outside the ranges
0.450 ... 0.500 cm
-1
or
0.800 ... 1.200 cm
-1
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Note
You can automatically print a calibration record after the calibration. To
Sample printout:

Calibration interval The calibration interval is used to determine after how many days you
want to be reminded that a conductivity calibration is due.
Conductivity calibration
Cal date: 05.12.1999
Cal time: 22:46
Cal interval: 180 days
Cal standard: 0.01 mol/l KCl
Conductivity/Tref25:
1413 S/cm 24.6C
Cell const: 0.987 1/cm
Sensor +++
User: xxxxx
3 Use 82 to select the Cal Int. ... menu item.
4 Use g to confirm the Cal Int. ... menu item.
The input field for the calibration interval appears.
5 Option:
6 Set the required interval (days) with 82.
7 Confirm the calibration interval entered with g.
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10.2.2 Setting the cell constant
Note
The cell constant to be set must either be taken from the operating
manual of the measuring cell or is printed on the measuring cell.
The inoLab 3 measuring system offers the following possibilities of
setting the cell constant:
Accepting the cell constant from the last calibration record (Cal cell)
Selecting any cell constant within the range 0.250 to 2.500 cm
-1

(Man cell)
Selecting any cell constant within the range 0.090 to 0.110 cm
-1

(Man LR01)
Selecting the fixed cell constant 0.01 cm
-1
(LR001)
Note
The last calibration protocol can be displayed at any time with the aid
of the Cal Prot. ... function in the Cal menu (see section 11.3 STORAGE
OF CALIBRATION RECORDS).
Accepting the cell
constant of the
calibration record
Accept the cell constant of the last calibration record as follows:
3 Select the Cell const. menu item with 82
4 Confirm the Cell const. menu item.
5 Select the Cal cell menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Cal cell menu item with g.
The cell constant of the last calibration is accepted. Cal cell is
active ().
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Selecting the
cell constant
in the range
0.250 ... 2.500 cm
-1
You can set the cell constant manually in the range
0.250 ... 2.500 cm
-1
as follows:
5 Select the Man cell menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Man cell menu item with g.
The input field for the cell constant opens. The current value is
displayed.
7 Increase/reduce the value with 82.
9 Confirm the selected cell constant with g.
The selected cell constant is accepted. Man cell is active ().
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Selecting the
cell constant
in the range
0.090 ... 0.110 cm
-1
You can set the cell constant manually in the range
0.090 ... 0.110 cm
-1
as follows:
5 Select the Man cell menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Man cell menu item with g.
The input field for the cell constant opens. The current value is
displayed.
7 Increase/reduce the value with 82.
The selected cell constant is accepted. Man cell is active ().
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Selecting the cell
constant 0.01 cm
-1
You can set the cell constant to the fixed value of 0.01 cm
-1
:
5 Use 82 to select the required cell constant LR 001
(0.01 cm
-1
).
6 Use 82 to select the required cell constant LR 001
(0.01 cm
-1
).
The selected cell constant is active ().
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10.3 Measuring the conductivity
10.3.1 General information
You can display the following measured parameters:
Conductivity/specific resistance
(For details of how to switch over, see chapter 10.1 SETTINGS FOR
CONDUCTIVITY MEASUREMENTS)
Salinity (Sal)
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
Preparatory activities Perform the following preparatory activities when you want to measure:
10.3.2 Displaying the conductivity, dry filtrate residue or salinity
You can switch back and forth between the measured variables,
conductivity, dry filtrate residue and salinity:
1 Connect a conductivity measuring cell with temperature probe
to the measuring module. The instrument recognizes the
measuring cell and automatically switches to the conductivity
measuring mode that was last selected. If the conductivity
measuring cell is already connected, press the m repeatedly
until the conductivity measuring mode appears.
2 Check the selected cell constant or calibrate the measuring
module with the measuring cell. How to calibrate is described
in section 10.2.1 DETERMINING THE CELL CONSTANT
(CALIBRATION) on page 156.
1 Perform the preparatory activities according to section 10.3.1.
2 Immerse the measuring cell in the test sample.
3 Press the 46 key until the measured variable, conductivity,
( ) appears. The measured value appears on the display.
4 Press the 46 key until the measured variable, Sal,
appears. The salinity value appears on the display.
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Note
See also Application report ... 084 CONDUCTOMETRICAL DETERMINATION
OF THE TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS (TDS).
10.3.3 Drift control (AutoRead)
The drift control function (AutoRead) checks the stability of the
measured value. The stability has a considerable effect on the
reproducibility of the measured value.
5 Press the 46 key until the measured variable, TDS,
appears. The TDS value appears on the display.
1 Select the required measuring mode with 46.
2 Immerse the conductivity measuring cell in the test sample.
The measured value is frozen (hold function).
4 Start the measurement with AutoRead by pressing g.
The h AR display indicator flashes. When a stable signal is
reached, an acoustic signal is heard and h stops flashing.
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end of the AutoRead function, simply press g. You can only change
to another measured variable after completion of AutoRead.
5 If necessary, start the next measurement with AutoRead by
pressing g.
6 To terminate AutoRead: Press the a key.
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11 Data storage
Data storage enables the storage and administration of measurement,
configuration and calibration data.
The following types of storage are available:
Storage of measurement data records:
This memory contains measurement data records for subsequent
processing or output (see section 11.1)
Storage for system configurations (settings):
This memory enables you to save and recall individual
configurations (see section 11.2)
Storage for calibration records:
This memory contains all current calibration records (see
section 11.3)
11.1 Storage of measurement data records
Measurement data record memory enables the storage of
measurement data records for subsequent processing or output.
There are two methods of storing measurement data records:
Manual storage of individual measurement data records
Automatic storage of several measurement data records
A measurement data record consists of:
Number of the storage location (Mem no.)
Date/time
Identification (ID)
Measured values (e.g. pH and measured temperature value) with
status information
To find data records easily, Mem no., ID and date/time are available as
filter criteria.
The identification (ID), which you allocate yourself, can be especially
useful when doing this (see section 11.1.3).
The ID can consist of a number, or, when using an external PC
keyboard, of digits and letters.
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11.1.1 Saving individual measurement data records
You can store individual measurement data records and assign them
an ID that makes it easier to find the data record again.
2 Start the manual storing with s.
The Store window shows the current data record. The
instrument automatically allocates a storage number (Mem
no.) to the
3 Use [Ident] to open the Ident input window.
4 Input the required name (ID) with 82.
5 With g confirm the ID.
In the manual type of storage, the measurement data record is
stored together with the selected ID.
6 Use [ESC] to leave the Ident input window.
The Store window shows the data record with the new ID.
7 With [ESC] leave the Store window.
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11.1.2 Automatically storing measurement data records
AutoStore enables measurement data records to be stored at defined
time intervals. Starting AutoStore causes you to move to the Set
AutoStore input window where you define the details of the storage with
AutoStore.
ID:
The name (ID) identifies the measurement and makes it easier to
find the data in memory. The ID can consist of figures and letters
(when using an external IBM PC keyboard).
Duration:
Here you set up the measuring period for which the planned
AutoStore storing is to be performed.
Interval:
Here you determine the intervals at which the measuring data
records will be stored.
Memory requirements (datasets):
Here you obtain information on how many storage locations are
required with the current settings.
Available memory locations:
Here you obtain information on how many storage locations are still
available.
Note
If insufficient memory locations are available, a message appears on
the display.
Change the entries in the Duration and/or Interval field until an
available number of memory locations is displayed.
Measurement data records can only be stored in a free memory
location. If necessary, the contents of the memory must be deleted (see
page 176).
Starting AutoStore
2 Use 46 to select the main Mem menu.
3 Select the AutoStore menu item with 82.
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Terminating
AutoStore
AutoStore is automatically finished when the period set for storing
(Duration) has expired. You can see that an AutoStore is terminated
when 9 is no longer visible on the display.
If you want to quit an AutoStore storing procedure before the set period
has expired, proceed as follows:
4 Confirm the AutoStore menu item with g.
5 Select the Open menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Open menu item with g.
The free memory locations are shown (black=free).
7 Use 82 to select a free memory location, Mem 1 ... -4 .
8 Confirm the menu item with g.
The Set AutoStore input window is open.
9 Enter a name with 82, external keyboard or barcode
reader.
10 Switch to the next input field with [Next]. Complete the input
with 82.
11 Use [Open] to start the automatic storing.
9 appears on the display.
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5 Select the Close menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Close menu item with g.
The automatic storing function is terminated.
Recorded measuring data remain in the memory.
The 9 display indicator is no longer displayed.
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11.1.3 Displaying stored measurement data records
You can display measured values that have been stored automatically
or manually. Data from the AutoStore memory can be displayed as a
graph or in tabular form.
Data from the manual measurement data record memory can only be
displayed numerically.
Displaying
automatically stored
measurement data
records
graphically
3 Select the AutStoGrph menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the AutStoGrph menu item with g.
7 Select a memory location, e.g. Mem 1, with 82.
8 Confirm the selected storage location with g.
The AutoStoGrph Mem 1 input window is open.
9 Select an available parameter pH, Oxi or Cond (here, e.g. pH)
with 82.
10 Confirm the selected parameter with [Open].
The content of the storage location is displayed in the form of a
graph.
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Zooming
a sector
(zoom function)
Note
You can zoom up to three times in a sequence and undo each zooming.
Undoing the
zoom function
Terminating
the graphical
display
1 Display the upper left-hand corner of the required sector with
g.
2 Position the corner with 4682.
3 Confirm the upper left-hand corner of the required sector and
display the lower right-hand corner of the required sector with
g.
4 Position the corner with 4682.
5 Confirm the selected display sector with g.
The display shows the new sector.
6 Use g and [Tab] to undo the last zoom function.
The sector before the last zooming is displayed again.
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Displaying
measurement data
records
numerically
With the following function you can output manually stored individual
data records or AutoStore data to the display. Filters help you to select
individual data records according to the following criteria:
Number of the storage location (Mem No.)
Identification (ID)
Date and time of storing
3 Select the AutStoGrph menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the AutStoGrph menu item with g.
The graphical display is terminated.
1 Use r to call up the manual measurement data record
memory (man mem).
The first data record that meets the selected criterion is
displayed.
2 Call up further measurement data record memory with r.
The measurement data record memory locations are called up
in the order, Mem man - Mem auto 1 - 2 - 3 - 4.
3 Call up the RCL menu with [RCL menu].
4 Select the RCL filter menu item with 82.
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Note
If there are large amounts of data, you may have to wait for a few
seconds until a data record is displayed.
5 Confirm the RCL filter menu item with g.
The RCL filter input window is open.
6 Use 82 to switch a filter, e. g. Mem No., on or off (on/off).
7 Switch to the next input field with [Next]. Complete all inputs.
8 Option:
9 Increase/reduce values or switch a filter on/off with 82.
10 Close the input window with [ESC].
The first data record meeting the selected criterion is displayed.
11 Swap between the data records meeting the selected filter
criterion with 82.
12 Terminate the storage display with [ESC].
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11.1.4 Deleting stored measurement data records
Deleting automatically
stored measurement
data records
Using the following function, you can delete the contents of the
AutoStore storage locations, Mem 1 to Mem 4.
Note
You can cancel the delete process with [ESC].
5 Select the Clear menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Clear menu item with g.
7 Select a memory location, e.g. Mem 1, with 82.
8 Confirm the selected memory with g.
A security prompt appears on the display.
9 Select yes with [Next].
10 Confirm the delete with g.
The measurement data record memory is deleted.
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Deleting the
manual
measurement data
record memory
The memory for individual, manual stored measurement data records
can be deleted as a whole.
Note
You can cancel the delete process with [ESC].
3 Select the Mem man menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the Mem man menu item with g.
A security prompt appears on the display.
The manual measurement data record memory is deleted.
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11.2 Storage of system configurations
Up to 4 different system configurations can be managed (store, recall,
delete and print) by the inoLab 740. This can then be helpful, e.g. if
several persons are using the same measuring system, or different
measurement tasks require different settings.
11.2.1 Saving the system configuration
When storing the system configuration, you store all the current
settings for all probes.
1 Switch to the Menu mode with [Menu].
3 Use 82 to select the Settings menu item.
4 Use g to confirm the Settings menu item.
5 Select the Save menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Save menu item with g.
7 Use 82 to select a free storage location, Setting-1 ... -4.
Free storage locations are displayed in black, occupied storage
locations are gray.
8 Confirm the storing with g.
The stored data are displayed.
9 Save the data with [OK].
10 Terminate saving with [ESC].
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11.2.2 Recalling a system configuration
You can recall system configurations that you have stored yourself or
the default setting as follows:
7 Select a Current, Basic sett. or Sett.-1 ... 4 memory location
with 82.
Occupied storage locations are displayed in black, free storage
locations are gray.
8 Call up the selected storage location with g.
The settings are displayed.
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11.2.3 Deleting a system configuration
With this function, you can delete system configurations that you have
stored yourself. The default settings always remain stored.
9 Call up the selected setting with [OK].
If Current was selected: Display the current settings
If Default was selected: Use default setting
If Setting 1-4 was selected: open the stored setting 1 ... 4.
A security prompt appears.
11 Confirm the selection with g.
The user profile is taken as the current setting.
7 Select a Settings 1 ... 4 memory location with 82.
8 Delete the system configuration with g.
A security prompt appears before it is deleted.
The user profile is deleted.
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11.3 Storage of calibration records
The following calibration results are automatically stored in a record
during each calibration:
Calibrating for pH/ISE and D. O. measurements
Determination of the cell constant of conductivity measuring cells.
The text displayed on the calibration protocol shows the calibration
data for all measured variables as continuous text. You can recall the
data of the last calibration/determination at any time:
3 Using 82 select the Cal. Prot... menu item.
4 Use g to confirm the Cal. Prot... menu item.
The Cal. records window opens.
The first page of the calibration records is displayed.
5 Scroll through the display text with 2.
6 Scroll through the display text with 82.
7 Terminate the Menu mode with [ESC].
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12 Data output
The inoLab 740 terminal provides several options for ouputting data.
Output to the display
(Displaying measured values)
numerical display of measured values (standard)
graphical display of measured values (digital recorder)
Output to the integrated printer
(on terminals with integrated printer only)
printing graphical and numerical data
printing on the digital recorder
Output to the RS 232/REC interface
printing numerical data on an external printer
transmitting data to a PC, e.g. to be saved in a database
recording the data via an external analog recorder
You can output the following data:
Graphical displays
Alphanumerical displays
Calibration records
Stored measured values
Stored system configurations
Alphanumerical data can be output as a legible text or database-
conform (data list separated by semicolons).
You can start the data output to the integrated printer or the RS232
interface as follows:
Manually
by pressing the p softkey:
prints, e.g. the current measured value or the current calibration
protocol
by pressing the g key on the measuring module:
prints the current measured value
(precondition: the AutoRead function is not active)
by selecting Print in the menu:
prints, e.g. the system configuration or selected elements of a
data memory
Automatically
by selecting Print in the menu:
prints, e.g. the recording on the digital recorder
after each AutoRead measurement with a stable measured value
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each time a measured value is stored if AutoStore is active
(9 flashes)
after each calibration when the calibration record is output
12.1 Data output to the display
The current measured value can be displayed numerically or
graphically. The numerical display of measured values is the default
setting. The graphical representation of a selected measured variable
is activated via the digital recorder.
12.1.1 Numerical display
The numerical display of measured values is the default display. The
current measured value is displayed continuously.
The numerical display looks as follows (example):
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12.1.2 Graphical display
The digital recorder continuously records measured values and depicts
them graphically with respect to time (vertical axis) on the display. In
the graphical display the cursor (+) moves from the top to the bottom.
The measured value is also displayed numerically (here, e.g. 6.410 pH)
at the same time.
If the digital recorder is started, you are moved first to the Recorder
input window to define the details of the graphical display.
Center (1) determines the center of the measured value range (here
7.000).
Delta (2) determines the extension of the measured value range
starting from the center (here Center Delta gives a range of pH
0.000 to 14.000).
Timebase (3) defines the length of the time intervals (5, 6) shown on
the display; the duration is also displayed on the recorder strip (8)
Digits (4) determines the number of the digits after the decimal point
When the first period has expired, the recording of the current period is
displayed in the lower half (6) and the previous period is displayed in
the upper half (5).
Note
The current measured values are not stored.
Input window Graphical display
1
2
3
4
6
5
7
8
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Starting the digital
recorder
When starting the digital recorder, you can make settings that define
the graphical display and the recording of the measured values.
3 Using 82, select the Dig. Rec menu item.
4 Using g, confirm the Dig. Rec menu item.
7 Use 82 to select one of the menu items, pH, Oxi, or Cond.
The Recorder input field appears on the display.
9 Option:
Move between the individual digits with 46.
10 Increase or decrease the value with 82.
11 Move to the next input field with [Next].
12 Complete all inputs.
13 Confirm the input and start the digital recorder with [Open]
or
quit without starting the recorder with [ESC].
14 Option:
Switch to the numerical display with [Tab].
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Reducing the
measuring range
limits
(zoom function)
Undoing the
zoom function
15 Display the left-hand measuring range limit with g.
16 Change the left-hand measuring range limit with 46.
17 Determine the left-hand measuring range limit and display the
right-hand measuring range limit with g.
18 Change the right-hand measuring range limit with 46.
19 Determine the right-hand measuring range limit with g.
The measuring range limits show the new values.
20 Undo the zoom function with g and [Tab].
The sector determined in the Recorder input window appears
on the display again.
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Terminating the digital
recorder
The digital recording is terminated.
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12.2 Outputting data to the integrated printer
12.2.1 General information
The integrated printer is operated via the o key (switched on/off) and
the f key (manual line feed) on the terminal.
The operating status of the printer is indicated by the print LED on the
terminal.
Green LED: printer ready for operation
Red LED: printer off or malfunction
To print on the integrated printer, the following conditions must be
fulfilled:
The integrated printer must be switched on and ready for operation
(print LED lights up green, see section 12.2.2),
The data output is set to the integrated printer (see section 12.2.3),
A manual or automatic print job must have been given
(section 12.2.4),
Note
For troublefree operation of the integrated printer, we recommend
disconnecting any other devices from the RS232/REC interface.
It is not possible to operate the integrated printer and external devices
(printer, PC, or analog recorder) on the RS232/REC interface at the
same time.
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12.2.2 Switching on the integrated printer
It is only possible to print with the integrated printer if the printer has
been switched on.
Note
Line feed with f is only possible when the integrated printer has been
switched off (the print LED lights up red).
12.2.3 Data output to the integrated printer
Data is either output to the integrated printer or to the RS232 interface.
You can select where to output the data in the Opt menu.
12.2.4 Printing
Printing the display When the p softkey function is shown on the display you can always
print the current display. Use the p softkey to print the following data:
The data record of the current measured value
The data record of a stored measured value
The graphical representation of a measured data series stored with
AutoStore (only on the integrated printer)
Calibration records
1 Switch on the printer with o.
The print LED lights up green.
The printer is ready for operation.
3 Select the Int. Prn menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the Int. Prn menu item with g.
The data output is switched to the integrated printer ().
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You can also start a printout of the current numerical data record on the
measuring module.
Precondition: AutoRead is not active.
Printing
stored
data records
If there are stored measured values, you can display and print them.
1 Start the printout of the currently displayed numerical or
graphical data with p.
1 Start the printout of the currently displayed numerical data with
g.
2 Switch to the storage display with r.
3 Call up the RCL menu with [RCL menu].
4 Option:
Determine the selection criteria for the data in the RCL filter
input window (see section 11.1.3)
5 Select the Print all menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Print all menu item with g.
All data records meeting the selection criteria in the RCL filter
input window are printed.
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Printing the
display of the
digital recorder
If the digital recorder is switched on, the graphical representation of the
measured values is also output on the integrated printer at the same
time.
Precondition: The printer is on (green LED) and the output is switched
to the integrated printer (see section 12.2.1).
Switching off
the printout of the
digital
recorder
The printout of the digital recorder can be switched off without
terminating the digital recorder.
6 Confirm the Print menu item with g.
Print is active (). The recorder strip is printed out as long as
the Print menu item is active ().
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Selecting the
print quality
You can select the quality of the printout in the menu:
Draft:
Not such a high print quality (prints more quickly)
LQ:
Higher print quality (prints more slowly)

6 Confirm the Print menu item with g.
Print is switched off.
The recorder printout is discontinued, but the screen display of
the recorder continues to run.
3 Select the RS232/Prt menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the RS232/Prt menu item with g.
5 Select the Prt font menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Prt font menu item with g.
7 Select the LQ or Draft menu item with 82.
The printing quality has been set.
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12.3 Outputting data to an external printer/PC
Via the RS 232 interface on the terminal, you can transmit the data to
a PC or an external printer.
Connect the interface to the devices via the AK T-PC (PC) or AK T-
9PIN/25PIN (ext. printer) cable.
The data output automatically switches to the RS232 interface.
Warning
If a grounded PC/printer is connected, you can also measure in
grounded media.
Set up the following transmission data on the PC/printer:
Socket assignment
Baud rate can be selected from: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600
Handshake RTS/CTS + Xon/Xoff
Parity none
Data bits 8
Stop bits 1
1 RTS
2 RxD
3 TxD
4 DTR
RS 232
REC
1
3
4
5
6
2
5 SG
6 CTS
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12.3.1 Outputting data to the RS232/REC interface
To output data to an external printer/PC, the data output must be
switched to the RS232/REC interface.
12.3.2 Setting the baud rate
The baud rate for the RS232/REC interface must be the same as the
baud rate of the connected devices.
3 Select the RS232 menu item with 82.
4 Confirm the RS232 menu item with g.
The data is output to the RS232/REC interface ().
5 Select the Baudrate menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Baudrate menu item with g.
7 Use 82 to select the required baud rate 1200, 2400, 4800
or 9600.
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12.3.3 Determining the data format
You can determine the form in which the numerical data is sent to the
RS232/REC interface. The selection of the data format type determines
the data transmission:
ASCII
the data is transmitted in the same form as it is displayed:
recommended for external printers on the RS232/REC interface
Data
The data is transmitted with separators.
The data can easily be saved in a database if it is transmitted to a
PC.
8 Confirm the selected baud rate with g.
The selected baud rate is active ().
5 Select the Datformat menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Datformat menu item with g.
7 Select the Ascii or Data menu item with 82.
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Data format In the Data format, all data is output in a fixed sequence and separated
by semicolons (;).
If you output more than one data memory location in the RCL menu, a
header designating the individual data columns is automatically output.
Data output in the data format with the header:
Printing the
header
You can also print the header separately.
The selected data format is active ().
Data records
Header
5 Select the Datformat menu item with 82.
6 Confirm the Datformat menu item with g.
7 Select the Header menu item with 82.
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12.3.4 Setting the print interval
The print interval sets the time period between the transmission of
measured values to the interface.
8 Confirm the Header menu item with g.
The labeling of the data in the data format Data is output (e.g.
on a printer or the PC).
5 Use 82 to select the Prt Int. ... menu item.
6 Use g to confirm the Prt Int. ... menu item.
The Print interval window appears on the display.
7 Switch the internal printer on or off (on / off) with 82.
8 Go to the fields for the print interval (Interval) and the time unit
for the print interval (Unit) with [Next]. Complete the entries.
9 Increase or decrease the value with 82.
10 Go to the fields for the print interval (Interval) and the time unit
for the print interval (Unit) with [Next]. Complete the entries.
11 Select the required inputs with 82.
12 Confirm the settings with g.
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12.3.5 Outputting data to an external printer or PC
In order to transmit data to an external printer or PC, follow the settings
in the RS232/Prt menu.
Connecting the
external printer/PC
inoLab 740 allows an external printer to be run on the RS232/REC
interface.
Connect the external printer to the RS232/REC interface.
Printing/
transmitting data to the
PC
Printing or transmitting data to a PC is the same as for the integrated
printer (see chapter 12 DATA OUTPUT).
Note
In order to store the data in a file on the PC, a terminal program is
required that can continuously store the received data.
12.4 Outputting data to the external recorder
To record measured values graphically, you can also connect an
analog external recorder to the RS232/REC interface to the terminal.
Note
Before recording measured values with the external recorder, please
observe the following points:
Switch off AutoRange (automatic measuring range switch-over),
Set the measuring range manually
(tables with the possible measuring ranges can be found in chapter
15 TECHNICAL DATA, section 15.1 TERMINAL),
Switch the data output to the RS232/REC interface,
Select the measured variable to be recorded in the menu.
Selecting the measured
variable to be recorded
As soon as the data output is directed to the RS232/REC interface and
the measured variable to be recorded is selected, the corresponding
voltage is output on the RS232/REC interface.
3 Use 82 to select the Ana. Rec menu item.
4 Use g to confirm the Ana. Rec menu item.
5 Select the measured variable to be recorded with 82.
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Note
Additional settings can be made on the recorder itself.
6 Confirm the selected measured variable with g.
The selected measured variable is active ().
The voltage corresponding to the selected measured variable
is output on the interface.
8 Switch on the recorder.
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13 Maintenance, cleaning, disposal
13.1 Maintenance
The measuring system is almost maintenance-free.
The only maintenance task is replacing the batteries of the terminal.
13.1.1 Replacing the batteries
Note
The batteries buffer the internal real time clock. When the batteries are
changed, no data except for the date and time are lost.
Caution
Make sure that the poles of the batteries are the right way round.
The signs on the batteries must correspond to the signs in the
battery compartment.
Only use leakproof alkaline manganese batteries.
1 Open the battery compartment (1) on the underside of the
instrument.
2 Remove the two batteries from the battery compartment.
3 Place two new batteries (type Mignon AA) in the battery
compartment.
4 Close the battery compartment (1).
5 Set the date and time according to section 5.1.
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13.1.2 Changing the roll of paper
For the terminal with integrated printer.
Note
Only use original WTW rolls of paper. You will find information on this
in the WTW catalog LABORATORY AND FIELD INFORMATION or via the
Internet.
You can also use Thermopaper HQ that can be read for at least 10
years.
13.1.3 Maintenance of the probes
Note
See the relevant operating manuals of the probes for instructions on
maintenance.
1 Switch the printer off (print LED lights up red).
2 Open the lid of the printer (1).
3 Remove the empty roll of paper (2).
4 Insert the new roll of paper:
Fold the start of the roll of paper inwards and thread it into
the printer (3) from below.
Press the print key f (paper feed).
5 Close the lid of the printer (1).
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2
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13.2 Cleaning
Occasionally wipe the outside of the terminal and measuring module
with a damp, lint-free cloth. Disinfect the housing with isopropanol as
required.
Caution
The housing is made of a synthetic material (ABS). Thus, avoid contact
with acetone or similar detergents that contain solvents. Remove any
splashes immediately.
13.3 Disposal
Packing This measuring system is sent out in a protective transport packing.
We recommend: Keep the packing material. The original packing
protects the instrument against damage during transport.
Batteries This note refers to the battery regulation that applies in the Federal
Republic of Germany. We would ask end-consumers in other countries
to follow their local statutory provisions.
Note
In compliance with 14 BATTERY REGULATION, we would like to point out
that this instrument contains batteries.
Batteries that have been removed must only be disposed of at the
recycling facility set up for this purpose or via the retail outlet.
It is illegal to dispose of them in household refuse.
Terminal
Measuring module
Dispose of the measuring instrument as electronic waste at an
appropriate collection point. It is illegal to dispose of the instrument in
household refuse.
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14 What to do if...
System messages due to errors are listed together with their possible
causes and remedies.
14.1 Terminal messages
Probe symbol flashes

Instrument does not
react to keystroke

h flashes continuously

Cause Remedy
Calibration interval expired Recalibrate the measuring
system
Cause Remedy
Operating state undefined or
electromagnetic interference
too high
Processor reset:
Unplug the plug-in power supply
and plug it in again (if it occurs
repeatedly, ensure the
electromagnetic radiation is
reduced)
Cause Remedy
No stable measured value Provide stable measuring
conditions (e.g. temperature)
Defective probe Use another probe
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14.2 Printer messages
For the terminal with integrated printer.
Integrated printer does
not print

Printer operating - paper
not being printed

Integrated printer prints
automatically
Feed key f does not
react

Cause Remedy
Printer switched off Switch on the printer
Interface cable connected Disconnect cable
No paper available Replace roll of paper
AutoStore function
is switched on with a long
interval time (Int 1)
Switch off AutoStore
The integrated printer is not
selected in the Opt menu
Select and confirm Prn. int in
the Opt menu
Cause Remedy
Paper inserted the wrong way
up
Turn the roll of paper around
and insert it with the other side
upwards
Cause Remedy
AutoStore function or data
transmission is switched on
Switch off the function
Cause Remedy
Printer switched on Switch printer off
Interface cable connected Disconnect cable
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14.3 pH/voltage system messages
Error message
OFL

Error message
E3

Cause Remedy
pH/voltage, electrode:
Not connected Connect electrode
Air bubble in front of the
diaphragm
Remove air bubble
Air in the diaphragm Extract air or
moisten diaphragm
Cable broken Replace electrode
Gel electrolyte dried out Replace electrode
Cause Remedy
pH/ORP electrode:
Diaphragm contaminated Clean diaphragm
Membrane contaminated Clean membrane
Moisture in the plug Dry plug
Electrolyte out of date Replenish electrolyte or
replace electrode
Electrode worn out Replace electrode
pH electrode: broken Replace electrode
ORP electrode: short-circuit Replace electrode
Cause Remedy
Measuring system:
Incorrect calibration procedure Select correct procedure
Incorrect solution temperature
(without temperature probe)
Set up correct temperature
Socket damp Dry socket
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No stable
measured value

Obviously incorrect
measured values
Buffer solutions
Incorrect buffer solutions Change calibration procedure
Buffer solutions too old Use only once.
Note the shelf life
Buffer solutions depleted Change solutions
Cause Remedy
pH/ORP electrode:
Diaphragm contaminated Clean diaphragm
Test sample:
pH value not stable Measure with air excluded if
necessary
Temperature not stable Adjust temperature if
necessary
Electrode + test sample:
Conductivity too low Use suitable electrode
Temperature too high Use suitable electrode
Organic liquids Use suitable electrode
Cause Remedy
pH electrode unsuitable Use suitable electrode
Temperature difference
between buffer and test
sample too high
Adjust temperature of buffers
or sample
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14.4 Ion concentration system messages
Error message
OFL
Error message
E3

Cause Remedy
Ion-sensitive electrode or reference
electrode
Not connected Connect electrode
Cable broken Replace electrode
Measured value outside the
measuring range
Select another measuring
range or Activate
AutoRange (see
section 7.1.3)
Cause Remedy
Ion-sensitive electrode:
Slope is not in the range
50 ... 70 mV or
23 ... 35 mV
Replace electrode
Recalibrate
Moisture in the plug Dry plug
Electrode obsolete Replace electrode
Measurement in a range for
which the cell is not suitable
Use a suitable electrode
Measuring instrument:
Calibration procedure:
Wrong sequence of standards
for three point calibration
Select correct sequence
Socket damp Dry socket
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ISE temp?
ISE limit?
no std
Cause Remedy
During calibration:
Calibration standards do not
have the correct temperature
(max. 2 C temperature
difference)
Adjust the temperature of the
calibration standards
During measurement:
Test sample does not have the
correct temperature
(max. 2 C temperature
difference from calibration
temperature)
Adjust the temperature of the
test sample
Cause Remedy
During calibration:
Calibration standards are too
close to each other
IU
2
- U
1
I 5 mV
IU
3
- U
2
I 5 mV
Use other calibration
standards
During measurement:
Measured value is outside the
calibration limits
Recalibrate with suitable
calibration standards as
necessary
Cause Remedy
After two-point calibration:
The highest or lowest
calibration standard was used
as the second calibration
solution.
Cancel the calibration (the
present two-point calibration
is retained)
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14.5 Oxygen system messages
pH, BSB/BOD and Multi.
Error message
OFL
Error message
E3
Error message
E7
Display
StirrerError
Cause Remedy
Display range exceeded
Not connected Connect the probe
Cable broken Replace probe
Depleted Replace probe
Short-circuit between gold and
lead electrode
Clean probe and replace it if
necessary
Cause Remedy
Invalid calibration
Electrolyte solution depleted Regenerate probe
Electrode system poisoned Regenerate probe
Worn out Replace probe
broken Replace probe
Cause Remedy
Membrane damaged
Membrane damaged Regenerate probe
Membrane head not screwed on
tight enough
Screw membrane head tight
Cause Remedy
Stirrer mechanically blocked or
defective
Eliminate the blocking or
disconnect the defective
stirrer
Disconnect, then reconnect
mains plug
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Measured value too low
Measured value too
high
Cause Remedy
Insufficient flow Provide flow to the probe
Cause Remedy
High amount of dissolved
substances
Correct solubility function
using the salinity equivalent
Air bubbles bump on the
membrane with high velocity
Avoid direct flow to the
membrane
The carbon dioxide pressure is
too high (> 1 bar)
Measuring not possible
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14.6 Conductivity system messages
Error message
OFL

Error message
E3

Cause Remedy
Measuring cell not connected Connect measuring cell
Cable broken Replace measuring cell
The measured value is outside
the measuring range
Cause Remedy
Measuring cell contaminated Clean cell and replace it if
necessary
Calibration solution not suitable Check calibration solutions
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15 Technical data
Note
The technical data specified here apply to the measuring system
consisting of terminal and measuring module.
The technical data of the probes are not taken into consideration here.
Ambient conditions

Mechanical structure

Electrical safety

Applicable
guidelines and norms

Storage - 25 C ... + 65 C
Operation 0 C ... + 40 C
Allowable relative
humidity
Yearly mean: < 75 %
30 days/year: 95 %
Other days: 85 %
Type of protection IP 43 without built-in printer
Protective class III
EMC EEC guideline 89/336/EWG
EN 61326-1:1997
EN 61000-3-2 A14:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995
FCC Class A
Instrument safety EEC guideline 73/23/EWG
EN 61010-1 A2:1995
Climatic class VDI/VDE 3540
Type of protection EN 60529:1991
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Test certificates

FCC Class A Equipment Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
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15.1 Terminal
Dimensions
and weight

Power supply

Serial interface Automatic switchover between serial output and analog output
(recorder) with connection of the cable, AK T-PC or AK T-9PIN/25PIN.
Only in models with printer:
The serial output can be redirected to the internal printer using
software.
Length [mm] 250
Width [mm] 300
Height [mm] 70
Weight [kg]
with printer
without printer
approx. 1.6 (without plug-in power supply)
approx. 1.3 (without plug-in power supply)
Mains Connection max.
Overvoltage category II
Plug-in power supply unit
FRIWO FW7555M/09, 15.1432
Friwo Part. No. 1822089
Input: 100 ... 240 V ~ /
50 ... 60 Hz / 400 mA
Output: 9 V = / 1,5 A
Batteries
(to buffer the real
time clock)
2 x 1.5 V
AA type alkaline manganese batteries
Type RS 232, bi-directional
Data bits 8
Baud rate Selectable 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 Baud
Stop bit 2
Parity None
Handshake RTS/CTS
Cable length Max. 15m
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Measuring module
interface
The power supply of the measuring module is fed via the interface
(Technical Data, see section 15.2).
PC keyboard interface Connection via the terminal/PS2 adapter

Analog output Automatic switchover between the serial output and analog recorder
output with connection of the cable, AK T-R 2ST.
Type RS 232
Data bits 8
Baud rate 4800 Baud
Stop bit 1
Parity None
Handshake Xon/Xoff
Cable length Max. 15m
Voltage 5V 10%
Current Max. 200 mA
Accuracy The following is valid for all recorder output
voltages:
0.5% of the corresponding display value 0.5 mV
Internal
resistance
< 5
(current limit of max. 0.2 mA output current)
Measuring range Recorder output
voltage
pH -2.000 ... +19.999 -0.200 ... 1.999 V
U -999.9 ... +999.9 mV
-1.999 ... +1.999V
-999.9 ... +999.9 mV
-1.999 ... +1.999V
ISE 0 ... 1.999 *
0 ... 19.99 *
0 ... 199.9 *
0 ... 1999 *
* The PT 1000 temperature sensor can only be operated with the inoLab pH
740 and pH/ION 740 measuring modules.
0 ... 1.999V
0 ... 1.999V
0 ... 1.999V
0 ... 1.999V
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voltage
Oxi
Saturation 0 ... 199.9%
0 ... 600%
0 ... 1.999V
0 ... 0.600V
Concentration 0 ... 20.00 mg/l
0 ... 100.0 mg/l
0 ... 2.000V
0 ... 1.000V
Partial pressure 0 ... 199.9 mbar
0 ... 1250 mbar
0 ... 1.999V
0 ... 1.250V
voltage
Cond
Conductivity 0 ... 1.999 S/cm
0 ... 19.99 S/cm
0 ... 199.9 S/cm
0 ... 1999 S/cm
0 ... 19.99 mS/cm
0 ... 199.9 mS/cm
0 ... 500 mS/cm
0 ... 1.999 V
0 ... 1.999 V
0 ... 1.999 V
0 ... 1.999 V
0 ... 1.999 V
0 ... 1.999 V
0 ... 0.500 V
TDS 0 ... 1999 mg/l 0 ... 1.999V
Salinity 0 ... 70.0 0 ... 0.700V
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15.2 Measuring module
Note
The technical data in this chapter include all variants of the inoLab 740
measuring modules.
Each of the measuring modules to which the technical data of a section
apply are listed at the start of the section.
Dimensions and weight

Power supply The power is supplied via the serial connection cable from the terminal.

Length [mm] 300
Width [mm] 100
Height [mm]
(without stand)
(with stand)
170
500
Weight [kg] Approx. 1.3
Voltage 5 V 10%
Current Max. 500 mA
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15.3 pH/electromotive force of the electrode:
Note
The technical data of the electrodes are not taken into consideration
here.
General information
Measuring ranges and
resolution

Input resistance 5 x 10
12

Input current Typically 5 x 10
-13
A
< 5 x 10
-12
A at 25C
Slope (pH) -62 ... -50 mV
Asymmetry (pH) -30 ... +30 mV
pH
Measuring range 1 (Resolution) - 2.000 ... + 19.999 (0.01)
Electromotive force U [mV]
Measuring range 2 (Resolution) - 1999 ... + 1999 (1)
Temperature
T [C] (Resolution) - 5.0 ... + 105.0 (0.1)
T [F] (Resolution) + 23.0 ... + 221.0 (0.1)
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Accuracy
( 1 digit)

Temperature input

Electrodes
& accessories
Information on electrodes and other accessories is given in the WTW
catalog, LABORATORY AND FIELD INSTRUMENTATION, or via the Internet.
pH
Measuring range 1
Measuring range 2
0.004 at + 15 C ... + 35 C
0.01
Electromotive force U [mV]
Measuring range 1
Measuring range 2
0.2 at + 15 C ... + 35 C
1
Temperature
T [C] NTC 30:
0.1
PT 1000*:
0.5 at 0 C ... 15 C
0.1 at 15 C ... 35 C
1 at 35 C ... 55 C
* The PT 1000 temperature sensor can only be operated with the inoLab pH
740 and pH/ION 740 measuring modules.
T [F] NTC 30:
0.2
PT 1000*:
0.9 at 32 F ... 59 F
0.2 at 59 F ... 95 F
1.8 at 95 F ... 131 F
Manually [C] - 20 ... + 130
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15.4 Ion concentration
Note
The technical data of the electrodes are not taken into consideration
here.
General information
resolution
Electrodes
& accessories
Information on electrodes and other accessories is given in the WTW
catalog, LABORATORY AND FIELD INSTRUMENTATION, or via the Internet.
Input resistance 5 x 10
12

Input current Typically 5 x 10
-13
A
< 5 x 10
-12
A at 25C
Slope ranges 25 to 35 mV and
50 to 70 mV
Temperature
T [C] (Resolution) - 5.0 ... + 105.0 (0.1)
T [F] (Resolution) + 23.0 ... + 221.0 (0.1)
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15.5 Dissolved oxygen
Oxi, BSB/BOD and Multi.
Note
The technical data of the probes are not taken into consideration here.
resolution
Measuring range 1 (Resolution) 0 ... 19.99 (0.01)
Saturation [%]
Measuring range 1 (Resolution) 0 ... 199.9 (0.1 )
D. O. partial pressure [mbar]
Temperature
T [C] (Resolution) 0.0 ... 50.0 (0.1)
T [F] (Resolution) + 32.0 ... + 122.0 (0.1)
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Accuracy
( 1 digit)

Correction functions

Probes
& accessories
Information on probes and other accessories is given in the WTW
catalog, LABORATORY AND FIELD INSTRUMENTATION, or via the Internet
(http://www.com).
Concentration
0.5 % of the measured value
at an ambient temperature of 5 C ... 30 C
Temperature compensation
< 2 % at 0 ... 40 C
Saturation
when measuring in the range of
10 K around the calibration temperature
Oxygen partial pressure
at an ambient temperature of 5 C ... 30 C
Temperature
T [C] 0.1
T [F] 0.2
Salinity correction 0 ... 70.0 SAL
Air pressure
correction
Automatically using the built-in pressure probe in
the range 500 ... 1100 mbar
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15.6 Conductivity
Note
The technical data of the measuring cells are not taken into
consideration here.
resolution

Conductivity [S/cm]
Measuring range 1
(Resolution)
0.000 ... 1.999
(0.001)
(at a cell const. = 0.01 cm
-1
)
Measuring range 2
(Resolution)
0.00 ... 19.99
(0.01)
(at a cell const. = 0.01 cm
-1
or 0.090
... 0.110 cm
-1
)
Measuring range 3
(Resolution)
0.0 ... 199.9
(0.1)
Measuring range 4
(Resolution)
0 ... 1999
(1)
Conductivity [mS/cm]
Measuring range 5
(Resolution)
0.00 ... 19.99
(0.01)
Measuring range 6
(Resolution)
0.0 ... 199.9
(0.1)
Measuring range 7
(Resolution)
0 ... 1999
(1)
Specific resistance [Mcm]
Measuring range 1
(Resolution)
0.000 ... 1.999
(0.001)
Measuring range 2
(Resolution)
0.00 ... 19.99
(0.01)
Measuring range 3
(Resolution)
0.0 ... 199.9
(0.1)
Measuring range 4
(Resolution)
0 ... 1999
(1)
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Accuracy
( 1 digit)
Salinity equivalents according to the IOT table
SAL 0.0 ... 70.0
Total dissolved solids TDS [mg/l]
Measuring range (Resolution)
Adjustable factor
0 ... 1999
(1)
0.0 ... 1.0
Temperature
T [C] (Resolution) 5.0 ... + 105.0 (0.1)
T [F] (Resolution) + 23.0 ... + 221.0 (0.1)
Conductivity, specific resistance
No temperature
compensation
0.5 %
Nonlinear temperature
compensation

0. %
(at 0 C ... 35 C acc. to EN 27 888)
0. %
(at 35 C ... 50 C extended nLF func. acc.
to WTW measurements
Linear temperature
compensation
0.5 % 10 C ... 75 C
(the percentage of the precision always
refers to the meas. value!)
Salinity equivalent SAL
Range
0.0 ... 42.0
0.1 (at 5 C ... 25 C)
0.2 (at 25 C ... 30 C)
Total dissolved solids TDS [mg/l]
1
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Cell constant,
to select
Cell constant,
calibrating

Reference temp.,
selectable

Measuring cells
& accessories
Information on measuring cells and other accessories is given in the
WTW catalog, LABORATORY AND FIELD INSTRUMENTATION, or via the
Internet.
Temperature
T [C] NTC 30: Accuracy 0.1
PT 1000*
Accuracy Operating temperature
0.50 C ... 15 C
0.1 15 C ... 35 C
1 35 C ... 55 C
* The PT 1000 temperature sensor can only be operated with the inoLab
Cond 740 measuring module.
T [F] NTC 30: Accuracy 0.2
PT 1000*:
Accuracy Operating temperature
0.9 at 32 F ... 59 F
0.2 59 F ... 95 F
1.8 95 F ... 131 F
C [cm
-1
] 0.01
0.090 ... 0.110
0.250 ... 2.500
C [cm
-1
] 0.450 ... 0.500
0.800 ... 1.200
TREF [C] 20
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16 Lists
This chapter provides additional information and orientation aids.
Abbreviations The list of abbreviations explains the indicators and the abbreviations
that appear on the display and in the manual.
Specialist terms The glossary briefly explains the meaning of the specialist terms.
However, terms that should already be familiar to the target group are
not described here.
Index The index will help you to find the topics that you are looking for.
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16.1 Abbreviations
Conductivity value (international )
AR AutoRead (drift control)
ARng Automatic range switching
Measuring instrument measures with highest
resolution
ASY Asymmetry
AutoCal DIN Automatic pH calibration with buffer solutions
prepared according to DIN 19 266
AutoCal TEC Automatic pH calibration with WTW technical
buffer solutions according to DIN 19267
C Cell constant [cm
-1
] (internat. k)
C Temperature unit, degrees Celsius
Cal Calibration
Cd... Display indicator during calibration for pH
measurements. Indicates the selection of the
buffer data record for buffer solutions prepared
according to DIN 19 266
Cm... Display indicator during calibration for pH
measurements. Indicates the selection of buffer
data records for buffer solutions of the Merck
company
ConCal Conventional single-point or two-point calibration
for pH measurements
Ct... Display indicator during calibration for pH
measurements. Indicates the selection of the
buffer data records for WTW technical buffer
solutions
E3 Error message
See chapter 14 WHAT TO DO IF...
F Temperature unit, degrees Fahrenheit
ISECal Calibrating for ion-sensitive measurements
Lin Linear temperature compensation
LoBat Batteries almost empty
(Low Battery)
mV Voltage unit
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mV/pH Unit of the electrode slope
(internat. mV)
nLF Nonlinear temperature compensation
OFL Display range exceeded (Overflow)
OxiCal Automatic calibration for D. O. measurements
pH pH value
S Slope (internat. k)
SAL Salinity
SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage
SLO Slope setting on calibration
TC Temperature coefficient (internat. )
TDS Total Dissolved Solids
TP Temperature measurement active (Temperature
Probe)
T
Ref
20/T20 Reference temperature of 20 C
T
Ref
25/T25 Reference temperature of 25 C
U
ASY
Asymmetry
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16.2 Glossary
Activity The activity corresponds to the effective concentration. Due to a
reciprocal interaction, the effect of ions, e.g. in electrochemical
processes, deviates from the expected theoretical value. The activity
of ions in small to medium concentrations (< 1 mol/kg) is less than
their concentration. The relationship between the activity a and the
concentration c is expressed by the equation: a
i
= f
i
x c
i
.
Adjusting To manipulate a measuring system so that the relevant value (e. g.
the displayed value) differs as little as possible from the correct value
or a value that is regarded as correct, or that the difference remains
within the tolerance.
Amperometry Name of a measuring technique. The signal (depending on the
measured parameter) of the probe is the electric current. The
electrical voltage remains constant.
Asymmetry Designation for the offset potential of a pH electrode. It is the
measurable potential of a symmetrical electrode, the membrane of
which is immersed in a solution with the pH of the nominal electrode
zero point (WTW electrodes: pH = 7).
AutoRange Name of the automatic selection of the measuring range.
AutoRead WTW name for a function to check the stability of the measured
value.
Blank value Designation for the oxygen consumption of the BOD of the dilution
water.
The determination of the blank value is required to calculate the
BOD.
Blank value solution Blank value solutions are used to determine the blank value. Blank
value solutions are obtained when samples of the dilution water are
mixed with nitrification inhibitors and subjected to the same treatment
as the sample dilutions. The blank value is determined from the
measurement of the oxygen content of the blank value solutions
before and after the incubation period.
BOD
n
Abbreviation for the biochemical oxygen demand of a water sample
after an incubation period of n days.
Calibration Comparing the value from a measuring system (e. g. the displayed
value) to the correct value or a value that is regarded as correct.
Often, this expression is also used when the measuring system is
adjusted at the same time (see adjusting).
Cell constant, k Characteristic quantity of a conductivity measuring cell, depending
on the geometry.
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Conductivity Short form of the expression, specific electrical conductivity. It is a
measured value of the ability of a substance to conduct an electric
current. In water analysis, the electrical conductivity is a dimension
for the ionized substances in a solution.
Conductometry Name of the conductivity measuring technique.
Diaphragm The junction is a porous body in the housing wall of reference
electrodes or electrolyte bridges. It forms the electrical contact
between two solutions and makes electrolyte exchange more
difficult. The expression, junction, is also used for ground or junction-
less transitions.
Dilution water Designation for the water which is used to dilute a water sample that
is to be analyzed.
The dilution water is a water saturated with air of the purity degree 3
(acc. to EN ISO 3696) that has been mixed with electrolyte solutions.
If the dilution water was mixed with bacteria (innoculation water), the
mixture is referred to as innoculated dilution water.
Details on the production of dilution water are laid down in EN 1899-
1.
Electrode zero point The zero point of a pH electrode is the pH value at which the
electromotive force of the pH electrode at a specified temperature is
zero. Normally, this is at 25 C.
Electromotive force of an
electrode
The electromotive force U of the electrode is the measurable
electromotive force of an electrode in a solution. It equals the sum of
all the galvanic voltages of the electrode. Its dependency on the pH
results in the electrode function which is characterized by the
parameters, slope and zero point.
End measurement Measurement of the oxygen content of sample dilution and dilution
water after expiry of the incubation period.
Firmware Software installed on an instrument (here: measuring module) that is
fixed and cannot be changed.
Incubation period Storage period (usually 5 or 7 days) of sample dilutions and dilution
water at a specified temperature (20 C) in the dark.
ISA English abbreviation for a sample conditioning solution, which is
used to adjust the ionic strength of a sample.
Ionic Strength Adjustment
Measured parameter The measured parameter is the physical dimension determined by
measuring, e. g. pH, conductivity or D. O. concentration.
Measured value The measured value is the special value of a measured parameter to
be determined. It is given as a combination of the numerical value
and unit (e. g. 3 m; 0.5 s; 5.2 A; 373.15 K).
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Measuring system The measuring system comprises all the devices used for
measuring, e. g. measuring instrument and probe. In addition, there
is the cable and possibly an amplifier, terminal strip and armature.
Molality Molality is the quantity (in Mol) of a dissolved substance in 1000 g
solvent.
MultiCal
WTW name stating that a measuring instrument provides several

calibration procedures.
Offset potential The measurable potential of a symmetrical electrode, the membrane
of which is immersed in a solution with the pH of the nominal
electrode zero point. The asymmetry is part of the offset potential.
ORP voltage The ORP is caused by oxidizing or reducing substances dissolved in
water if these substances become effective on an electrode surface
(e. g. a gold or platinum surface).
OxiCal
WTW name for a procedure to calibrate D. O. measuring systems in

water vapor saturated air.
Oxygen partial pressure Pressure caused by the oxygen in a gas mixture or liquid.
Oxygen saturation Short name for the relative D. O. saturation.
Note: The D. O. saturation value of air-saturated water and the D. O.
saturation value of oxygen-saturated water are different.
pH value The pH is a measure of the acidic or basic effect of an aqueous
solution. It corresponds to the negative decadic logarithm of the
molal hydrogen ions activity divided by the unit of the molality. The
practical pH value is the value of a pH measurement.
Potentiometry Name of a measuring technique. The signal (depending on the
measured parameter) of the electrode is the electrical potential. The
electrical current remains constant.
Reference temperature Fixed temperature value to compare temperature-dependent
measured values. For conductivity measurements, the measured
value is converted to a conductivity value at a reference temperature
of 20 C or 25 C.
Reset Restoring the original condition of all settings of a measuring system.
Resistance Short name for the specific electrolytic resistance. It corresponds to
the reciprocal value of the electrical conductivity.
Resolution Smallest difference between two measured values that can be
displayed by a measuring instrument.
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Salinity The absolute salinity S
A
of seawater corresponds to the relationship
of the mass of dissolved salts to the mass of the solution (in g/Kg). In
practice, this dimension cannot be measured directly. Therefore, the
practical salinity is used for oceanographic monitoring. It is
determined by measuring the electrical conductivity.
Salt content General designation for the quantity of salt dissolved in water.
Sample dilution Designation for the water sample diluted with dilution water.
Slope The slope of a linear calibration function.
Slope (relative) Designation used by WTW in the D. O. measuring technique. It
expresses the relationship of the slope value to the value of a
theoretical reference probe of the same type of construction.
Standard solution The standard solution is a solution where the measured value is
known by definition. It is used to calibrate a measuring system.
Start measurement Measurement of the oxygen content of sample dilution and dilution
water at the beginning of the incubation period.
TDS Total dissolved solids
Temperature coefficient Value of the slope of a linear temperature function.
Temperature compensation Name of a function that considers the temperature influence on the
measurement and converts it accordingly. Depending on the
measured parameter to be determined, the temperature
compensation functions in different ways. For conductimetric
measurements, the measured value is converted to a defined
reference temperature. For potentiometric measurements, the slope
value is adjusted to the temperature of the test sample but the
measured value is not converted.
Temperature function Name of a mathematical function expressing the temperature
behavior of a test sample, a probe or part of a probe.
Test sample Designation of the 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.
TISAB English abbreviation for a sample conditioning solution, which is
used to adjust the ionic strength and pH value of a sample.
Total Ionic Strength Adjustment Buffer
Total dissolved solids (TDS) Mass that remains of the substances dissolved in an aqueous
solution after a specified filtering and drying procedure, as long as
these substances are not volatile under the conditions of this
procedure.
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A
Air pressure display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Application notes (TC) . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Asymmetry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Authorized use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
AutoCal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71, 77
AutoRead
Drift criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
ISE measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Oxygen measurement . . . . . . . . . . 130
pH measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
AutoStore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
B
Barcode reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Setting for BOD measurements . . . . 133
Basic principles of operation . . . . . . . . . 31
Battery compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Baud rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
BOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
BOD routines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Buffer solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
C
Calibrating
D. O. measurements . . . . . . . . . . . 123
pH measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Calibration
for ISE measurements . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Calibration procedures pH . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Calibration record . . . . . . 71, 94, 123, 181
Changing the language . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Changing the roll of paper . . . . . . . . . . 202
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
ConCal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
ConCal single-point calibration . . . . . . . . 81
ConCal two-point calibration . . . . . . . . . 81
Conductivity calibration evaluation . . . . 157
Connect plug-in power supply . . . . . . . . 23
Connect the probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connect the terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
D
D. O. concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
D. O. partial pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
D. O. saturation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
Data format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196, 197
Data output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
Data storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
Date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Default settings . . . . . . . . . . 70, 122, 155
Deleting measured values . . . . . . . . . .176
Determining/setting up the cell constant .156
Digital recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Display contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Display illumination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Displaying measurement series/
values numerically . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Displaying series of data graphically . . . .172
Displaying stored measured values . . . .172
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203
Drift control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84, 130
Drift control (ISE measurement) . . . . . . .103
E
Electrode evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
Error messages . . . . . 207, 209, 211, 213
External keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
External printer/PC . . . . . . . . . . . 194, 199
External recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
G
Graphical display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
I
IBM PC keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Integrated printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
ISECal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
K
Key functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 12
Keys on the measuring module . . . . . . . .40
Keys on the terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
L
Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229
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Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Measured parameter
Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Dissolved oxygen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Measured value resolution
pH display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69, 90
Voltage display . . . . . . . . . . . . 68, 89
Measuring
BOD end measurement . . . . . . . . . 140
BOD start measurement . . . . . . . . 134
Concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
D. O. content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
ORP voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
pH value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Measuring location . . . . . . . . . .21, 22, 25
Measuring range
Cond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88, 151
Measuring ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Measuring the temperature . . . . . . . . . . 55
Memory for measured values . . . . . . . 167
Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
N
Numerical display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
O
Operating safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
ORP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
ORP electrode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Output of measured values . . . . . . . . . . 46
P
PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
pH calibration evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
pH system messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
pH value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
pH/Ion concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
pH/ion concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Print interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Calibration record . . . . . . . . . . . 71, 94
calibration record . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Printing quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Probe evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
R
recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
Replacing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . .201
Reproducibility . . . . . . . . . . . 84, 131, 164
Reset
Cond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
Oxi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
pH/ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70, 89
S
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Salinity correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Saving
Series of measurements . . . . . . . . .169
Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Setting the date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Settings
Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151
D. O. measurements . . . . . . . . . . .119
pH/ISE measurements . . . . . . . . 67, 87
Single-point calibration (pH) . . . . . . . . . .71
Slope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71, 123
Sockets on the terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Storage of calibration records . . . . . . . .181
Storing
individual measured values . . . . . . .168
System configuration
erasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180
recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
System messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205
Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
Oxygen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205
T
Technical Data
Dissolved oxygen . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
ISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215
Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Measuring module . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
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Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Temperature compensation . . . . . . . . . 154
Temperature probe . . . . . . . .83, 102, 128
Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Terminal messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Three-point calibration
ConCal (ISE measurement) . . . . . . . 98
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Two-point calibration
AutoCal TEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
ConCal (ISE measurement) . . . . . . . 97
Two-point calibration (pH) . . . . . . . . . . . 71
W
What to do if... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Z
Zoom function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173, 187
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