OxySense Portable Series Instrument Quick Start Guide

OxySense Portable Series Instrument

Quick Start Guide

OxySense, Inc.

13111 North Central Expressway, Suite 440 Dallas, Texas 75243

Document Revised: March 5, 2014 Copyright © OxySense 2014

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Always follow all local and national safety guidelines and any additional safety guidelines specific to your organization. Consult with your organization’s safety officer prior to performing work.

Electronic equipment should be protected from unexpected electrical events such as power dips and surges. Consult with your organization’s electrical engineering officer prior to installing and operating electronic equipment.

Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction to the OxySense

Portable Series Instrument ... 1

2.0 Unpacking and Verification... 2

2.1 Items Included With All Units... 2

2.2 Optional Accessories ... 2

3.0 Getting to Know the Portable... 3

3.1 The OxySense® Portable ... 3

3.2 The Tablet PC ... 3

3.3 Accessories ... 4

4.0 Setting Up the OxySense® Portable Series Instrument ... 6

5.0 Powering On the OxySense Portable Series Instrument ... 8

6.0 Carrying Case Tips... 12

7.0 Battery Tips... 14

8.0 Touch Screen Tips ... 15

9.0 Accessories Port Tips ... 16

1.0 Introduction to the OxySense

Portable Series Instrument

The OxySense Portable Series Instrument is part of OxySense's line of non-invasive oxygen monitoring and measurement systems and is the oxygen measurement instrument of choice for organizations and individuals who wish to test or evaluate packages and other packaging materials throughout a variety of studies.

The stand alone system can be used for non-invasive an invasive measurements in liquid and headspace alike.

Key Features and Capabilities:

™ Measurements in both

headspace and liquid

™ Touch screen operation with included Tablet PC

™ Automated data logging with real-time graphical readout

™ Ability to print and scan bar codes for managing multiple samples (with optional bar code printer and scanner)

2.0 Unpacking and Verification

Upon receiving the OxySense® Portable system, please ensure that you have received all items placed on your order:

2.1

¾ OxySense® Gen III Portable Series Instrument

¾ OxySense® _{Gen III Portable Carrying Case with Shoulder Strap}

¾ 8” Tablet PC

¾ Fiber bundle assembly with EasAlign reading pen ¾ 24V AC/DC Power transformer and AC power cable ¾ 12V DC Wall Charger for Tablet

¾ OxySense® _{USB Flash Drive (Contains Documentation and Software)}

¾ Portable-to-Tablet power and USB cables ¾ Wireless Combination Keyboard and Touchpad

2.2

¾ OxyDots®

¾ OxyDot® Application Kit ¾ Barcode label printer ¾ Barcode scanner ¾ Calibration chamber ¾ Invasive needles

3.0 Getting to Know the Portable

3.1

A. Fiber Bundle Temperature Sensor Connector

A B _{B. Fiber Bundle Optical}

Connector

C. Portable Power Button

F

E _{D. Battery Level Indicator}

C D G

E. USB Port (for Tablet) F. USB Port (for Accessory)

Faceplate G. 24V Power Transformer Connector Backplate H H. Portable-to-Tablet Power Connector I. Serial Number

3.2

3.3

N. Carrying Case

T. Portable Instrument AC Adapter

T

U. AC Power Cable V. Tablet Wall Charger

V

W. Portable Instrument to Tablet Power Cable X. Portable Instrument

to Tablet USB Cable

U

W

4.0 Setting Up the OxySense® Portable Series Instrument

Step 1: Unpack the instrument and all included items.

Step 2: Locate the Portable-to-Tablet USB cable. Connect the standard USB connector to the USB port marked Tablet on the Portable and connect the micro-USB connector to the tablet.

Portable-to-Tablet USB Connection

Step 3: Locate the fiber bundle and temperature sensor connections on the front panel. Insert the metal fiber optic connector into the socket on the front panel. Rotate the fastening nut by hand until snug.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT over-tighten. DO NOT use a tool such as a wrench,

pliers, or channels locks. Finger-tighten ONLY.

Connect the black, 5-pin temperature sensor connector into its appropriate socket. Please note, there is an index notch to assist with proper alignment. A properly aligned connector will slide in easily. After insertion, turn the fastening collar clockwise.

Step 4: Locate the Portable-to-Tablet power cable. Connect the large plug to the Portable and connect the small plug to the tablet. Secure the large plug to the Portable by turning the fastening collar clockwise.

Portable-to-Tablet Power Connection

Step 5: Connect the AC power cable to the AC/DC transformer. Plug the opposite end of the AC cable in to an AC power outlet (100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz).

IMPORTANT: Electronic equipment must be properly shielded and

protected from unexpected power events. Consult with your facility’s electrical engineer prior to installing and operating equipment.

AC Adapter

Step 6: Connect 24V Portable Charger to power jack on front of portable.

5.0 Powering On the OxySense Portable Series Instrument

Please follow these instructions to begin using the OxySense Portable series instrument:

IMPORTANT: Remember to charge the Portable and the tablet for 8-10 hours prior to

using either device on battery power.

Step 1: Open the tablet cover flap on the carrying case.

Open Tablet Cover

Step 2: Adjust the viewing angle of the tablet inserting the edge of the tablet stand under the upper stand grip.

Tablet Viewing Angle

Step 3: Turn on the Portable by pressing the power button.Allow the instrument to warm up for 30 minutes prior to use.

Step 4: Turn on the tablet by pressing the tablet power button located on the left-hand side of the tablet.

Tablet Power Button

Step 5: The tablet will boot to Microsoft Windows®. The Gen III software will launch automatically.

OxySense Gen III Startup Screen

Step 6: Perform the first step of a background correction by following the on-screen instructions:

Please point the Pen away from the OxyDot and click capture…

Hold the reading pen at waist level, point the tip of the pen toward the floor, and press the capture button on the pen.

Step 7: Perform the second step of a background correction by following the on-screen instructions:

Please point the Pen at the OxyDot and click capture…

Hold the pen up to an OxyDot and press the capture button.

Second Capture Screen

Step 8: An oxygen reading will appear on the Main Screen.

Step 9: Make sure to enter the calibration numbers for your OxyDots® before taking more measurements. Click on the Calibration tab and enter the “dA” and “dB” values found on the packet of OxyDots®. Click “OK” when done.

IMPORTANT: Be aware of decimal places and minus (-) signs.

Calibration Screen and OxyDot® Calibration Number OxyDot®

6.0 Carrying Case Tips

The carrying case features an adjustable shoulder strap. The shoulder strap may be shortened or lengthened for comfort. It is recommended that you adjust the strap so that OxySense® Portable is resting at waist level.

When carrying the portable you may stand the tablet at a 90° angle so that it is perpendicular to your waistline.

When the tablet is standing perpendicular to your waistline, you can easily view captured data, create and open data log files, etc.

7.0 Battery Tips

When the Portable’s battery is fully charged, the battery level indicator will show 5 bars.

When the battery is fully discharged, the battery level indicator will show no bars.

While the Portable’s battery is charging, one of the bars will flash.

8.0 Touch Screen Tips

The on-screen keyboard button is located toward the bottom, left-hand corner of the Gen III software screen.

Tapping the button will activate the keyboard. Tap Yes when prompted to launch the keyboard.

Use the onscreen keyboard any time you enter information in to the software.

9.0 Accessories Port Tips

The Accessories port has been provided to allow you to attach a USB device to the OxySense® Portable instrument. Examples of devices that may be connected to the Accessories port are:

¾ The antenna for the wireless

combination keyboard/touchpad ¾ A barcode printer

10.0 Technical Support

For technical support, contact OxySense Technical Services. Email: [email protected]