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- Page 1 SmartCHEM-Ion3 TPS Pty Ltd ABN 30 009 773 371 Phone: (07) 32058027 International: 61 732058027 Email: sales@tps.com.au Web: www.tps.com.au...
- Page 2 The introduction has a diagram and explanation of the display and controls of the smartCHEM-Ion3. It also contains a full listing of all of the items that you should have received with the unit. Please take the time to read this section, as it explains some of items that are mentioned in subsequent sections.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1. Introduction 1.1 smartCHEM-Ion3 Display and Controls 1.2 smartCHEM-Ion3 Rear Panel Connectors 1.3 Function and Menu Keys 1.4 One-touch Keys 1.5 Numeric Keypad 1.6 Delete Key 1.7 240 x 64 Dot Graphic Display 1.8 Unpacking Information 1.9 Specifications 2. smartCHEM-Ion3 Menu Structure 3. - Page 4 13.8 Importing Data into Microsoft Excel 14. Recorder Port 14.1 Recorder Port Configuration 14.2 Recorder Port Specifications 15. Setting the Clock 16. Initialising the smartCHEM-Ion3 17. Instrument firmware version number 18. Troubleshooting 18.1 General Errors 18.2 Specific Ion, pH and mV Troubleshooting 18.3 Temperature Troubleshooting...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction smartCHEM-Ion3 Display and Controls smartCHEM-Ion3 Rear Panel Connectors Turn the retaining nut clockwise until it clicks into place when plugging in plastic connectors. This is essential to produce a waterproof seal. Always replace the waterproof cap when a connector is not in use to maintain... -
Page 6: Function And Menu Keys
Function and Menu Keys Press to enter the user-friendly menu system. is also used to step backwards through the menu one level at a time, and as an “escape” key to quit functions such as calibration, data entry etc. Press the function keys to select desired options within the menu system. -
Page 7: Unpacking Information
3. Serial to USB adaptor (must also have 130041 Serial Cable) 130087 4. Recorder Output Option (includes cable) 130028 5. WinTPS RS232 Communication software for Windows 95, 98 and ME 130086 A complete range of Ion Selective, Reference, pH and Redox sensors is available from TPS. -
Page 8: Specifications
Specifications 1.9.1 Specific Ion Ranges Resolution Accuracy Auto-ranging in units of User selectable for 3 ± Least significant digit ppM, ppK, % and Exponential significant digits, 2 Notation significant digits or Auto-rounding. Sensor Type Compatible with all combination and half cell Ion Selective Sensors for monovalent or divalent anions or cations. - Page 9 Calibration Automatic offset calibration Sensor Offset Range -10.0 to 10.0...
- Page 10 1.9.5 General Specifications Memory 1489 readings including date and time Automatic Logging User-set for one reading every 1 to 90 seconds, minutes or hours. RS232 Port 1200, 9600, 19200 & 38400 baud. 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, XON/XOFF Protocol. Clock Calendar clock displays date, month, year, hours, minutes &...
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Page 11: Smartchem-Ion3 Menu Structure
Menu Structure A detailed breakdown of the menu system of the smartCHEM-Ion3 is shown below. This diagram provides a quick reference for the menu functions available for the smartCHEM-Ion3. F1, F2 or F3 do not appear in the F1:Calibrate F1:pH-1, mV-1 or Ion-1 →... - Page 12 F2:Clock F3:Backlight F1:On → F2:Off F3:Energy Saver F4: Ports F1:Baud Rate → F3:Recorder * F5:Initialise F1:All → F2:pH SlopeB *** F5:GLP F1:Recall → → F2:Alarm F1:Daily → F2:1 Week F3:2 Weeks F4:4 Weeks F5:OFF F3:Print F6:Access F1:Change code → F3:Enable & Enter code or F3:Disable Security This function only available when Recorder Port option is fitted.
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Page 13: Specific Ion Mode
Specific Ion Mode Selecting Specific Ion Mode 1. Select Specific Ion Mode for Channel 1, 2 or 3. → F3:Mode → F1:Chan-1 → F5:Ion) (e.g. The Valency selection screen is now displayed… VALENCY >F1:+Mono F2:-Mono F3:++Di F4:--Di The arrow indicates the current selection. Press to select Monovalent Cation (e.g. -
Page 14: Setting Specific Ion Standards
Press to quit without changing the current setting. 5. The smartCHEM-Ion3 now displays the following message, before proceeding to the Specific Ion standards setup for this channel. This step is bypassed if there were no changes to the current Specific Ion setup. - Page 15 Alternatively, press to quit without changing the current setting. If the Specific Ion standards were changed, the Specific Ion readout must be re-calibrated. The smartCHEM-Ion3 provides the following prompt as a reminder… Calibration settings reset, Channel 1 must be Calibrated 3.2.2 Setting Specific ion standards for Exponential readout...
- Page 16 Alternatively, press to quit without changing the current settings. If the Specific Ion standards were changed, the Specific Ion readout must be re-calibrated. The smartCHEM-Ion3 provides the following prompt as a reminder… Calibration settings reset, Channel 1 must be Calibrated...
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Page 17: Specific Ion Calibration
3. Select and set up the Ion mode for the relevant channel, as detailed in section 3.1. Set up the Primary and Secondary Specific Ion standards, as detailed in section 3.2. For the purposes of this handbook, the smartCHEM-Ion3 has been set up for 10ppM as the Primary Standard and 100ppM as the Secondary Standard. - Page 18 Primary calibrated, the Specific Ion reading is replaced by the millivolt signal from the sensor, along with a flashing “ U ” (for Un-calibrated). If the smartCHEM-Ion3 is currently Primary calibrated, the current reading is displayed on the top left and the actual mV data coming from the sensor is displayed on the top right.
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Page 19: Specific Ion Calibration Notes
A “ * ” in the display will be replaced by a decimal point after a successful 2-point Slope calibration. 13. The smartCHEM-Ion3 is now calibrated and is ready for Specific Ion measurements for the channel that was calibrated. Rinse the Ion Selective, Reference and Temperature sensors in distilled water and blot dry before placing them into unknown samples. - Page 20 4. The smartCHEM-Ion3 displays the value of the standard to which it will attempt to calibrate. Ensure that the standard value displayed corresponds to the standard that you are using. Alter the Standards set-up if necessary (see section 3.2).
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Page 21: Specific Ion Calibration Messages
Slope=30.% Notes 1. The smartCHEM-Ion3 has an unlimited Offset range, as long as the reading is not over-ranged. This is to allow for the large variety of Ion Selective Sensors available. 2. The allowable Slope range is 50.0 to 110.0 %. This range is ample to allow for correctly functioning Ion Selective Sensors. -
Page 22: Ph Mode
pH Mode Selecting pH Mode 1. Select the Mode menu for Channel 1, 2 or 3. → F3:Mode → F1:Chan-1) (e.g. Select pH mode with 0.01 or 0.001 resolution… Mode >F1:0.01pH F2:0.001pH F3:mV F4:Rel mV F5:Ion The arrow indicates the current selection. Press to select pH mode with 0.01 pH resolution. -
Page 23: Selecting The Ph Buffer Set
Selecting the pH Buffer Set The smartCHEM-Ion3 can be programmed to automatically recognise any of the following buffer sets during pH calibration. All pH values listed below are at 25 1. pH4.01, pH7.00, pH9.18 2. pH4.01, pH7.00, pH10.01 3. pH4.01, pH6.86, pH9.18 4. -
Page 24: Calibration Buffer Sequence
Calibration Buffer Sequence Before proceeding to pH Calibration (section 4.4), please consider the sequence in which the buffers should be used. This will vary depending on whether a 1, 2 or 3 point pH calibration is required. 4.3.1 1 Point Calibration A 1 point pH calibration can be performed in any buffer and will only adjust for the asymmetry of the pH sensor. -
Page 26: Ph Calibration
pH Calibration A “ * ” in place of the decimal point indicates that the pH readout is not calibrated, or a past calibration has failed. The “ * ” will be removed once at least a two-point pH calibration has been successfully performed. - Page 27 DO NOT place the sensors directly into the buffer bottle.
- Page 28 4.3.3 for details on the correct sequence of buffers to ensure the instrument is correctly calibrated at the 3 points. 12. The smartCHEM-Ion3 is now calibrated for pH and is ready for use in this mode for the channel that was calibrated. Discard the used samples of buffer.
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Page 29: Ph Calibration Notes
4. A full 2 point calibration should be performed at least monthly. Of course, more frequent calibration will result in greater confidence in results. 5. All calibration information is retained in memory when the smartCHEM-Ion3 is switched off, even when the power supply is removed. This information can be recalled or printed later using the GLP function (see section 10). -
Page 30: Ph Calibration Messages
Asymmetry Calibration OK +0.10pH Asym If a 1-point calibration has failed, the smartCHEM-Ion3 will display the following message and the failed asymmetry value of the sensor. Calibration Failed, Repeat Cal. or Initialise 1.1 pH Asymmetry... - Page 31 If a 3-point calibration has failed, the smartCHEM-Ion3 will display the following message and the failed slope value of the sensor. Calibration Failed, Repeat Cal. or Initialise 80.0% SlopeB If the smartCHEM-Ion3 has been 3-point calibrated and the incorrect buffer sequence is subsequently used, the following message will be displayed…...
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Page 32: Absolute Millivolt Mode
F3:mV F4:Rel mV F5:Ion 2. The arrow indicates the current selection. Press to select Absolute Millivolt mode. Press to quit without changing the current selection. 3. The smartCHEM-Ion3 will display the actual millivolts produced by the sensor in this mode. -
Page 33: Absolute Millivolt Calibration
Absolute Millivolt Calibration This calibration procedure uses a Redox/ORP sensor and ZoBell calibration as examples. For other types of sensors (eg. ISE’s) and solutions, please substitute them when carrying out this procedure. 1. Plug the Redox sensor into the relevant pH/mV/Ion BNC socket. Temperature compensation is not applicable for Millivolt mode, so it is not necessary to connect a Temperature sensor. -
Page 34: Mv Calibration Notes
Automatic Stability Function. 7. The smartCHEM-Ion3 is now calibrated for mV and is ready for use in this mode for the channel that was calibrated. Discard the used samples of standard. Rinse the Redox sensor in distilled water and blot dry before placing into unknown samples. -
Page 35: Mv Calibration Messages
Calibration Failed, Offset=-100.0mV 3. The smartCHEM-Ion3 has an allowable Offset range of –60 to +60 mV. If calibration fails due to the Offset being outside these limits, then please consult the Troubleshooting guide (section 18.2) for possible remedies. -
Page 36: Relative Millivolt Mode
Relative Millivolt mode. Press to quit without changing the current selection. 3. The smartCHEM-Ion3 will display the millivolt data relative to a known, user-selectable zero point. Relative Millivolt Calibration Calibration of the Relative mV mode is simply a matter of zeroing the reading when the sensor is in the known standard. -
Page 38: Relative Millivolt Calibration Notes
To calibrate immediately without waiting for complete stability, press to disable the Automatic Stability Function. 7. The smartCHEM-Ion3 Relative mV mode is now zeroed and is ready for use in this mode for the channel that was zeroed. The readout can be re-zeroed by pressing whenever required. -
Page 39: Temperature Mode
When the Temperature reading has stabilised, the unit will calibrate itself. To calibrate immediately without waiting for complete stability, press to disable the Automatic Stability Function. 6. The smartCHEM-Ion3 is now calibrated for Temperature and is ready for use in this mode. -
Page 40: Temperature Calibration Notes
Temperature Calibration Notes 1. Temperature calibration information is retained in memory when the smartCHEM-Ion3 is switched off, even when the power supply is removed. This information can be recalled later using the GLP function (see section 10). 2. Temperature does not need to be re-calibrated unless the Temperature sensor is replaced or the meter is initialised. -
Page 41: Manual Temperature Setting
Alternatively, press to quit and retain the current setting. When returning the smartCHEM-Ion3 to normal measurement mode, note the “C” in the temperature readout alternating with an “M” indicating that Manual Temperature Compensation is in use. For example…... -
Page 42: Auto Stability Function (Asf)
Auto Stability Function (ASF) ASF adds an extra level of versatility to the smartCHEM-Ion3. When ASF is activated, the smartCHEM-Ion3 monitors all parameters that are currently in use. When ALL parameters become stable, the readings are frozen on the display. -
Page 43: Asf With Manual Datalogging
ASF with Manual Datalogging Press then in normal measurement mode. All active parameters are highlighted and symbol appears in the display, along with the message “Auto Store”. For example… 7.00pH1 4.00pH2 7.00pH3 25.0 31/12/10 Log#1 Auto 12:00:00 Store As each parameter becomes stable, the highlighting is removed. If any parameter subsequently becomes unstable, the highlighting is applied again. -
Page 44: Asf With Automatic Datalogging
ASF with Automatic Datalogging Using ASF with Automatic Datalogging allows continuous logging until all readings are stable. This is useful in titrations etc, where logging is no longer required once an end point is reached. See section 12.2 for details on programming the Automatic Datalogging function. Press then in normal measurement mode. -
Page 45: Display Backlight
Display Backlight The smartCHEM-Ion3 is fitted with an Electro-Luminescence (“EL”) backlight. This can be set up according to your preferences as follows… 1. Switch the meter on. → F4:Setup → F3:Backlight). 2. Select the Backlight menu ( The Backlight menu is now displayed…... -
Page 46: Good Laboratory Practices (Glp)
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) The smartCHEM-Ion3 keeps a record of the date and time of the last calibrations for all parameters as part of GLP guidelines. 10.1 To recall GLP information on the display 1. Switch the meter on. → F5:GLP). -
Page 47: Failed Calibration
If calibration has failed, the GLP function will reset the date and time for the failed parameter to zero. The smartCHEM-Ion3 still shows the results for the last successful calibration, as shown in the following example where the last pH calibration for Channel 1 has failed…... -
Page 48: Glp Calibration Alarm
10.4 GLP Calibration Alarm A new feature of the smartCHEM-Ion3 is the GLP calibration alarm. The operator can select how often they wish to be reminded that the instrument requires calibration, and for which parameters they wish to be reminded. -
Page 49: Instrument Serial Number
10.5 Instrument Serial Number In case the serial number that is fitted to the rear of the smartCHEM-Ion3 is removed or becomes illegible, it is also available on the smartCHEM-Ion3 display. The serial number is displayed at turn-on, for example…... -
Page 50: Additional Glp Features
10.6 Additional GLP Features Another GLP requirement is to record the date and time of every reading. The smartCHEM-Ion3 does this for you whenever readings are recorded either with the Manual Datalogging function (section 12.1) or the Automatic Datalogging function (section 12.2). -
Page 51: Access Code
Access Code menu. 11.2 Using the Access Code System When the Access Code system is enabled (as per section 11.1), the smartCHEM-Ion3 prompts the operator to enter the access code whenever is pressed in normal display mode. No further access code entry is required to access any of the menu functions. - Page 52 2. If you forget the Access Code, please contact TPS. Once we have established your ownership of the unit, we will be able to give you an access code. We will need the serial number of the unit to provide this code.
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Page 53: Changing The Access Code
Re-enter the access code as per the previous step. Press to quit without changing the Access Code. 5. The smartCHEM-Ion3 now confirms that the Access Code system is enabled before returning to the Access Code menu. 11.4 Disabling the Access Code System →... -
Page 54: Datalogging
The display should now look similar to that shown below. The current Logging/Printing Period is displayed. Enter Logging/Print Period: 0 secs 3. Use the Numeric Keypad to set the period at which the smartCHEM-Ion3 will automatically log records into memory or to the RS232 port. Press to save the Logging/Printing Period. Press to quit without changing the current setting. - Page 55 Press to save the Logging/Printing Period as hours.
- Page 56 The smartCHEM-Ion3 will ask if the records are to be logged into the instrument’s memory, or sent directly to the RS232 port. The display will look like this… F1:Log to Memory F3:Send to RS232 Press to log records into the Logger (maximum of 1489 readings).
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Page 57: Recalling Readings From The Logger
Notes on Automatic Datalogging 1. The clock must be set before the smartCHEM-Ion3 will allow automatic datalogging to start. The message “Clock Not Set” is displayed if the clock is not set. See section 15 for details on setting the clock. - Page 58 Press to erase the last recorded reading only. Press to quit without erasing any records.
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Page 59: Printing Records From The Logger To The Rs232 Port
2. Connect the other end of the RS232 cable to an RS232 Printer, or to a Serial port of a PC. 3. Ensure that the baud rate for the printer or PC and the smartCHEM-Ion3 are the same. If necessary, alter the baud rate of the smartCHEM-Ion3 (see section 13.1). -
Page 60: Rs232 Port
(see section 12.3) to send that record to the RS232 port. 13.3 RS232 Configuration The smartCHEM-Ion3 RS232 configuration is 8 Bits, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit, XON/XOFF Protocol. This information is displayed when setting the baud rate (see section 13.1) 13.4 Communication and Statistical Software Communication between the smartCHEM-Ion3 and a PC can be handled with any RS232 ®... -
Page 61: Commands
13.5 Commands The following commands can be sent from a PC to the smartCHEM-Ion3. Note that <cr> denotes carriage return and <lf> denotes a line feed. Action Command Notes Request current data ?D<cr> Returns the current data of all parameters plus date and time from the smartCHEM-Ion3. -
Page 62: Data Format
When requested by a PC with the ?D or ?R commands (section 13.5), the data is terminated with a carriage return. When the data is sent by the smartCHEM-Ion3 using the Print function (section 12.5) or the Instant Send function (section 13.2), the data ends with a carriage return and a line feed. -
Page 63: Glp Data Format
13.7 GLP Data Format GLP information is returned as 18 lines terminated by a carriage return. When using the “?G” command (section 13.5), the computer must respond with a character after receiving each line. For example… smartCHEM-I3 V1.2 S1234 @ 31/12/2010 12:00 Ion1 Offset= 0.0mV... -
Page 64: Importing Data Into Microsoft Excel
13.8 Importing Data into Microsoft Excel The following procedure details the method for importing a smartCHEM-Ion3 text data file into ® ® Microsoft Excel ® ® and select File → Open 1. Start Microsoft Excel 2. In the “Files of type:” pull-down box, choose “Text Files (*prn; *.txt; *.csv)”. - Page 65 Press “Next >” after all the column breaks have been inserted. 6. Simply press “Finish” at step 3 of the Text Import Wizard. TPS recommends that the data format for each column be set once the data is in spreadsheet format.
- Page 66 For help on formatting the data columns, charting, graphing or other operations please consult ® ® the Microsoft Excel help file. Alternatively please contact TPS and we will try to provide further assistance.
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Page 67: Recorder Port
F3:pH-3 F4:Temp. The arrow indicates the current selection. The F1, F2 and F3 menu options smartCHEM-Ion3 show “Ion”, “pH” or “mV”, depending on which mode is currently selected for that channel. 2. Press to set the Recorder output to Channel 1 Specific Ion, pH, mV or Relative mV data, depending on current mode selection. - Page 68 Output Impedance : Approximately 1000 Ohms Resolution : Approximately 2 mV...
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Page 69: Setting The Clock
Alternatively, press menu to quit and retain the current setting. Notes 1. The smartCHEM-Ion3 tests that a valid day of the month is entered. If an invalid date is entered (eg. 31/02/2011), the smartCHEM-Ion3 beeps and displays the message “Invalid Date”. -
Page 70: Initialising The Smartchem-Ion3
1. Select Initialise from the Setup menu ( The smartCHEM-Ion3 now asks if you are sure that you wish to initialise ALL parameters, or just the Slope B from a 3 point pH calibration. The latter is only offered when a 3 point pH calibration has actually been performed…... -
Page 71: Troubleshooting
General Errors Error Message Possible Causes Remedy Factory Cal. Failure The EEPROM chip which The unit must be returned to TPS for contains the factory calibration service. Need Factory Service information has failed. EEPROM Write Failure User calibration settings have Switch the meter OFF for 5 seconds and been lost or corrupted. -
Page 72: Specific Ion, Ph And Mv Troubleshooting
18.2 Specific Ion, pH and mV Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Remedy Unit fails to calibrate, even Calibration settings outside of Initialise the unit. See section 16. with new probe. allowable limits due to previous failed calibration. 1 Point calibration fails. 1. -
Page 73: Temperature Troubleshooting
Return Temperature sensor for repair, or Faulty Temperature sensor. replace sensor. Displays flashing “M” when 1. Faulty instrument socket. Return the instrument to the TPS factory for service. Temperature sensor plugged Return Temperature sensor for repair, or Faulty Temperature sensor. -
Page 74: Appendices
0 mV output at slightly above or below 7.00 pH. The amount of variance from 7.00 pH is called the asymmetry. All Specific Ion electrodes produce 0 mV at different levels. This is why the smartCHEM-Ion3 has an unlimited Asymmetry range. - Page 75 19.1.2 Slope of a pH or Specific Ion Sensor As mentioned above, a pH electrode produces 0 mV output at around 7.00 pH. As the pH goes up, an “ideal” pH electrode produces –59.16mV/pH unit at 25 C As the pH goes down, an ideal pH electrode produces +59.16mV/pH unit.
- Page 76 Karl Fischer titrations. This titration is a method for determining minute quantities of water in non-aqueous liquids. The TPS Double Platinum sensor (part no 122237) has two connectors. The bayonet type BNC connector fits to the pH/mV/Ion BNC socket and the black plastic connector fits to the Accessories socket.
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Page 77: Warranty
TPS Pty. Ltd. has a fine reputation for prompt and efficient service. In just a few days, our factory service engineers and technicians will examine and repair your equipment to your full satisfaction.