Operating Instructions Refractometers

RM40 / RM50
Table of Contents

1 Introduction 7
2 Description of the Refractometer 8
3 Principles of Refractometry 10
3.1 Definition of the Refractive Index 10
3.2 Method of Measurement 10
3.3 Design of Measuring Cell 10
4 Description of Functions 12
4.1 Layout of the Terminal 12
4.2 Operating the Touchscreen 12
4.3 Homescreen 12
4.4 The User Interface 13
4.4.1 Entering Data in the User Interface. 13
4.4.2 Shortcuts 14
5 Setup 15
5.1 Adjustments & Tests 15
5.1.1 Adjustment Sets 16
5.1.2 Test Sets 16
5.2 Hardware 16
5.2.1 Cell 17
5.2.2 Automation 17
5.2.3 External Instruments 19
5.2.4 Peripherals 20
5.2.5 Sensors 23
5.2.6 Auxiliary instruments 24
5.3 User settings 25
5.3.1 Language 25
5.3.2 Screen 25
5.3.3 Beep 25
5.3.4 Shortcuts 26
5.3.5 Keyboards 26
5.4 Global Settings 26
5.4.1 System 26
5.4.2 User Management 26
5.4.2.1 Users 27
5.4.2.2 Account Policy 27
5.4.2.3 User Groups 27
5.4.3 Analysis and Resources Behavior 28
5.4.4 Physical Properties 29
5.5 Tables & Values 29
5.5.1 Tables 30
5.5.2 Auxiliary Values 31
5.6 Maintenance & Service 31
5.6.1 MT Service 31
5.6.2 Import / Export 32
5.6.3 Add External Cell 33
5.6.4 Reset to Factory Settings 33
5.6.5 Firmware 33
5.6.6 Update 33
5.6.7 Hardware / Firmware summary 34
5.6.8 Board Tests 34

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 5.6.9 Cell 34
5.6.10 Export Adjustments / Tests / Measurements 35
6 Methods and Products 36
6.1 Methods 36
6.1.1 Establishing Methods 36
6.1.2 Creating a Method Copy 38
6.1.3 Modifying or Deleting Methods 38
6.1.4 Method Syntax 38
6.1.5 Standard Data 40
6.1.6 Condition 40
6.1.7 Method Function 41
6.1.7.1 Title 42
6.1.7.2 Configuration 42
6.1.7.3 Sample 42
6.1.7.4 Fill 44
6.1.7.5 Measure 45
6.1.7.6 Calculation 47
6.1.7.7 Clean 48
6.1.7.8 Online Display 50
6.1.7.9 Report 50
6.1.7.10 Cell Test 51
6.1.7.11 Temperature Compensation 51
6.1.7.12 Adjustment 52
6.1.7.13 Test 52
6.1.7.14 Instruction 52
6.1.7.15 Auxiliary Value 52
6.1.7.16 Wait 53
6.1.7.17 Auxiliary instrument 53
6.1.7.18 PowerShower 54
6.1.7.19 Stir 55
6.1.7.20 Line rinse 56
6.1.7.21 Park 56
6.2 Products 56
6.2.1 Create Products 57
6.2.2 Linking Methods with Products 57
6.2.3 Parameters for Products 57
6.2.4 Calculations in Products 59
7 Series 60
7.1 Delete Series 61
7.2 Creating a series copy 61
8 Results and Statistics 62
8.1 Statistics 63
8.2 Information 63
8.3 Data 63
9 Manual Operation 65
9.1 Automation 65
9.1.1 Action: Dry 65
9.1.2 Action: Rinse 65
9.1.3 Action: Pump sample 66
9.1.4 Action: Move to position 66

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 9.2 Cell 66
9.2.1 Action: Cell conditioning 67
9.2.2 Cell Test 67
10 Analysis Sequence 68
10.1 Starting an Analysis 68
10.2 Start from Editor (Methods/Products/Series) 69
10.3 Start from Homescreen 69
10.4 Start via Shortcuts 69
10.5 Start with Barcode Reader 69
10.5.1 Start with Handheld Reader 70
10.5.2 Start with Built-in Barcode Reader 70
10.5.3 Start with ErgoSens 70
10.6 Continuous run 71
10.7 Analysis Termination 71
10.8 Errors in the Analysis Sequences 71
10.8.1 Malfunction Types: Error 71
10.8.2 Malfunction Types: Terminate error 71
10.8.3 Malfunction Types: Critical error 72
11 Tasks and Online Screen 73
11.1 Tasks 73
11.1.1 "Tasks" Button 73
11.2 Online Screen 73
11.2.1 Method type: Measurement 73
11.2.2 Method Type: Adjustment 74
11.2.3 Method Type: Test 74
11.2.4 Method Type: Clean 74
12 Appendix 75
12.1 Raw Data 75
12.2 Result proposals 76
12.3 Refractive Index for Water 78
12.4 Density 78
12.5 Critical errors 80
Index 82

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1 Introduction
Simple and compact
The METTLER TOLEDO RM40/RM50 refractometers are modern, compact instruments suitable for use in a vast
diversity of application areas. They can be used, for example, in quality control as well as in research and
development and meet the most demanding requirements.
These compact refractometers perfectly combine simple, easy-to-understand operation with an extremely high
level of measuring accuracy and outstanding reliability. With their plug & play capability, they automatically
detect external devices and sensors.
These refractometers can be operated as standalone instruments or run from a computer using the LabX PC
software. Straightforward user guidance on the large color touchscreen enables intuitive operation. User-defin­
able shortcuts allow all functions to be activated directly from the home screen with a single click.
Touchscreen control of the instrument and the method function parameters are described in the Operating
Instructions. The Installation Instructions explain all the necessary steps for setting up your instrument. You are
then guided through the first refractive index measuring process with the aid of a practical example.
If you have any additional questions, METTLER TOLEDO is always available to assist you.

Introduction 7
 2 Description of the Refractometer
The RM40 / RM50 refractometers measure the refractive index nD of liquids. The two instruments differ in mea­
suring precision. Both instruments:
● measure liquids whose refractive indices range respectively from 1.3200 to 1.7000 (RM40) and to
1.58000 (RM50).
● require only minimal sample quantities for measurements (0.5 mL),
● maintain the temperature of the sample constant with the aid of a built-in Peltier thermostat in a range from
5 to 100 °C (RM40) and 5 to 75 °C (RM40).
● directly indicate the sugar content of samples in various sugar units (Brix, invert sugar, HFCS42 or
HFCS55)
● calculate the concentration of a solution by means of data from measured standard solutions, literature
tables or formulas
● are equipped with an integrated test function that enables regular testing of the accuracy of the measure­
ment,
● enable checking of the product-related specification limits and generate rolling statistics.

The samples can be introduced manually with a syringe. For the optimal use of the RM refractometers, the fol­
lowing pumps and sample changers are available:
● A peristaltic pump (FillPal):
For the automatic filling, emptying and rinsing of the cell.
● The autosampler InMotion™
The autosampler for a completely automatic measurement of up to 303 aqueous, low viscous samples in
series.
● The automatic sample and cleaning unit (SC1):
for fully automated measurements of free-flowing and viscous samples. The system automatically cleans
and dries itself on completion of a measurement so that it is ready for the next measurement.
● The sample changer (SC30):
The SC30 sample changer for the completely automatic measurement of up to 30 samples in series.
The following devices can be connected:
● Computer for operation under LabX
● External measuring cells:
• METTLER TOLEDO DX40, DX45 or DX50 density - modules
• METTLER TOLEDO RX40 or RX50 refractive index - modules
● Barcode reader for scanning sample data, set values of certified standards and for starting measurements
● finger print reader for user identification
● Compact printer (USB-P25), to print out results
● External instruments:
• METTLER TOLEDO S20 – SevenEasy™ pH
• METTLER TOLEDO S30 – SevenEasy™ Conductivity
• METTLER TOLEDO S220 - SevenCompact™ pH/Ion
• METTLER TOLEDO S230 - SevenCompact™ Conductivity
• Lovibond colorimeters PFX880 / PFXi880, PFX950 / PFXi950 and PFX995 / PFXi995 series, Tintometer
• Minolta colorimeters CM-5 / CR-5
● USB stick
● External sensors:
• ErgoSens – Infrared movement sensor for the automatic start of measurements
• LevelSens – Level sensor for waste bottle
• AtmoSens – Air pressure sensor for measuring air pressure and taking the latter into account in adjust­
ments and tests with air.

Special features of the refractometer:

8 Description of the Refractometer

● A maintenance-free LED is used as a light source for the measurements.
● The measuring prism is made of sapphire. It is therefore extremely corrosion resistance and very robust. It
also has a high thermal conductivity.
● For temperature measurement, NTC thermistors with extreme long-term stability are used. This means that
there is no need to regularly readjust the measuring cell.

Description of the Refractometer 9

 3 Principles of Refractometry
3.1 Definition of the Refractive Index
The refractive index of a substance is the ratio of the speed of a light beam in a vacuum to its speed in the sub­
stance (dimensionless).
n1 If a light beam crosses at a certain angle from an optically less
dense to an optically denser medium (e.g. from air to water), it
is deflected; when the beam crosses from one medium to
another perpendicularly no directional change takes place.
According to Snell's law, the ratio of the refractive index of the
two media is proportional to the ratio of the incident and refrac­
tive angle of the light beam:

n1 β
= sin
n2 sin α

n2

If a light beam passes from an optically denser to a less dense

medium, it is also deflected. If the angle of incidence α is
increased, then it reaches a critical value, at which the light
beam no longer enters the less dense medium (refractive angle
β = 90°). When this "critical angle" is exceeded, total internal
reflection occurs. The refractive index is calculated from this
critical angle α :
β = 90o —> sin β = 1
1 2 1: Critical angle
2: Total internal reflection

As refraction depends on the wavelength of the incident light, the refractive index n is measured as standard
with the D line of sodium (wavelength 589.3 nm) and designated nD.
The refractive index not only depends on the wavelength of the light but also on the temperature of the mea­
sured sample. For this reason the temperature must always be stated along with the result, e.g. nD25.
The standard temperature is 20 °C.

3.2 Method of Measurement

3 The light emitted from the light source passes through the
prism and hits the sample. In the process it is partly refracted
(angle of incidence < critical angle) and partly reflected (angle
2 of incidence > critical angle).
The reflected light is measured by means of an optical sensor
(CCD). The boundary between the dark and light area corre­
sponds to the critical angle required for calculation of the
1
refractive index.
4 1: Light source
2: Prism
3: Sample
4: Optical sensor (CCD)

3.3 Design of Measuring Cell

The light source is a light-emitting diode (LED), whose beam passes through a polarization filter, an interfer­
ence filter (589.3 nm) and various lenses before it reaches the sample via the sapphire prism. The reflected
light (angle of incidence > critical angle) is deflected via a lens to the optical sensor that determines the critical
angle. The temperature in the prism/sample boundary is measured with a built-in sensor.

10 Principles of Refractometry
1: Light source
2: Polarization filter
3: Interference filter
4: Lens
5: Lens
6: Prism
7: Lens
8: Measuring cell
9: Optical sensor (CCD)

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 4 Description of Functions
4.1 Layout of the Terminal
The control panel of the terminal consists of an integrated touchscreen and the following buttons, located next
to the touch-sensitive surface of the display: You can press these buttons any time, regardless of which dialog
you are currently using.
● Two Home buttons that bring you back to the Homescreen.
● Info, opens the info screen that shows the data related to the specific device.
● Reset that interrupts the ongoing task and processing of the pending tasks. To continue the waiting tasks,
open the task list (with the Tasks button) and click Resume.

4.2 Operating the Touchscreen

The touchscreen is automatically activated when the instrument is switched on.
To select a button or an input element in the dialog window, you simply touch the screen using a soft blunt
object or a fingertip.
It is also possible to select input elements using a USB mouse. To do this, simply connect the mouse to a suit­
able USB port on the instrument.
Never touch the surface of the touchscreen with pointed or sharp objects! This may damage the screen!

4.3 Homescreen
Home is the first screen that is displayed when you start up the instrument or when you log in. Home is the
main screen. On the left-hand side of the screen you will see five buttons that lead to the following dialog win­
dows:
● Methods / Products: The button leads you to the method or product editor, in which you can create and
administer the methods or products (see "Methods and Products").
● Series: In this dialog, you can create and manage series of individual samples, e.g. for using a sample
changer (see "Series").
● Results: Here you administer the results of your analyses (see "Results and Statistics").
● Setup: You can administer the following points here:
• Adjustment and test sets
• The hardware and all resources used by the instrument
• User and global settings
• Tables (internal and user defined) and auxiliary values
• Maintenance and service of the instrument
● Manual: This button takes you to manual operations.

In addition, there is another area that can be configured individually by each user (with the necessary autho­
rization). Each user can store up to eight shortcuts here. With these shortcuts, defined methods, products,
series and manual operations can be started directly from the homescreen (see "Functional Description"): The
user interface > Shortcuts").
● Standby display: The standby display continuously shows the current cell temperature (Tcell) and set tem­
perature (Tset), even if no task is running.
Via the standby display in the Homescreen you open the Cell data dialog.
● By pressing the home button on the control panel of the terminal, you return to Home.

See also
● Methods and Products (page 36)
● Series (page 60)
● Results and Statistics (page 62)
● Shortcuts (page 14)

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4.4 The User Interface
The graphical user interface consists of the following five basic elements:
● The title bar at the top of the display specifies the name of the current dialog.
● In the top right-hand corner you will see Tasks button, which signals the presence of ongoing processes
(see "Tasks and online screen: Tasks (page 73)").
● The navigation bar, located below the title bar, specifies the path to the current dialog.
● The scroll bar on the right-hand side of the screen becomes visible if the content of the screen extends
beyond the viewable area. If this occurs, use either the arrows or the area in between them to move the
viewable area of the screen up or down.
● Five buttons are located at the bottom of the screen. The function of these buttons varies and depends on
the context of the current dialog.

4.4.1 Entering Data in the User Interface.

There are different types of input fields in the user interface. They allow you to enter data or select data from a
list. Input fields can also be deactivated and their contents are then displayed as information only and cannot
be changed in the corresponding dialog.
The various types of input fields are identified by an icon to the right of the screen:

Text input fields A In these fields text can be freely entered.

BC

T
Number input fields 1 Numbers can be entered in these fields.
23

T
Drop-down lists Selecting these fields opens a drop-down list from which you can
select an entry.

T
List fields Selecting these fields opens a menu list in a new window.

T
Parameter field Selecting these fields opens a new dialog with various additional para­
meters.

T
Formula fields Freely definable formulas can be entered in these fields

T
Info field The values in deactivated input fields are displayed as information only
i and cannot be edited in the corresponding dialog.

In addition to the input fields there are checkboxes that can be checked in order to select certain functionalities.
Checkboxes can affect the scope of the corresponding dialog, i.e. input fields can be hidden or visible depend­
ing on whether the checkbox is checked.

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 Sorting lists
There are lists that can be sorted alphabetically or numerically by column in ascending or descending order. To
do this, simply touch the parameter in the header row by which you would like to sort the list. A small arrow in
the header row indicates the parameter by which the list is sorted and whether it is sorted in ascending or
descending order.

4.4.2 Shortcuts
Shortcuts allow you to start methods, series, and manual operations directly from the homepage. You can
locate shortcuts by means of the button AddToHome on the Homescreen. AddToHome is found in the respec­
tive Start analysis dialog of the methods, products, series or of the manual operation.
Two types of shortcuts are supported.
Direct shortcuts which, when selected, start the task immediately without warning (only if the other settings
allow this), and
normal shortcuts which take you to the corresponding Start analysis start dialog from which you can start the
task.
Shortcuts are user-specific, i.e. each individual user can create shortcuts for the tasks that they would personal­
ly like to conduct. Shortcuts are managed in Setup, under the subcategory "User Settings". Here you can delete
or modify shortcuts, or change their position on the Homescreen.
Shortcuts Direct shortcuts
(lead you initially to the (task starts immediately, directly and with­
Start analysis dialog) out advance warning)
for methods

for products

for series

for manual opera­

tions

A maximum of 8 shortcuts can be saved on the Homescreen. As soon as this maximum is reached, "AddTo­
Home" in the start dialogs of methods, products, series and manual operations is deactivated.

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5 Setup
This section tells you how to set up the refractometer acccordance with your requirements so that you can carry
out the measurements.
The following summary shows the buttons available in Setup for the various setting options:
Adjustments & Tests Adjustment sets
Test sets
Hardware Cell
Automation
External instruments
Peripherals
Sensors
Auxiliary instruments
User settings Language
Screen
Beep
Shortcuts
Keyboards
Global settings System
User management
Analysis and resources behavior
Physical Properties
Tables & Values Tables
Auxiliary values
Maintenance & Service MT service
Import / Export
Add external cell
Reset to factory settings
Firmware
Update
Hardware / Firmware summary
Cell
Touch screen adjustment
Export of adjustments / Tests / Measurements
The "Expired Resources" button
The Expired Resources button is located on the setup overview screen. It provides you with a summary of all
expired resources, stating the: type, name and expiration date of the respective resource.
Expired resources are entered if the setting "Monitoring adjustment set/test set/auxiliary value" is activated dur­
ing setup.
Below you will find a detailed description of the setting options available in setup:

5.1 Adjustments & Tests

Navigation: Home > Setup > Adjustments & Tests
Adjustment and test sets can be administered as described below. You can create new sets and delete existing
ones (when deleting you receive a prompt with the option to cancel). Before an adjustment or test can be per­
formed, an adjustment or test set must be defined.
A maximum of six different adjustment sets or test sets respectively can be entered in the set list.
Before an adjustment or test can be performed, an adjustment or test set must be defined.

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 5.1.1 Adjustment Sets
Via the button Adjustment sets you will obtain a list of the defined sets. The default set "Air&Water20.00C" is
always available and cannot be deleted. When you click the sets, you obtain more detailed information about
the individual sets. The parameters "Adjustment mode", "Temperature" and "Set name" are displayed.
Creating adjustment sets
You can create your own adjustment sets via the button New. The Adjustment set parameters dialog opens.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Adjustment mode Defines with which standard the adjustment will be performed. -
Set "Standards" requires a valid adjustment with "Air&Water" at
this temperature. (set "Air&Standard" and set "Water&Standard"
are not available for refractometers).
Temperature Defines at which temperature the adjustment will be performed. -
Set name The set is uniquely identified in the system via this name. -
Delete adjustment sets
1 To delete a created set, click the desired entry in the Adjustment sets dialog.
2 In the Adjustment set parameters dialog, click the button Delete.
When a set is deleted, the set history will also be deleted. Methods that refer to the deleted set are no
longer executable.

5.1.2 Test Sets

Via the button Test sets you receive a list of the defined sets. The default set "Water20.00C" is always available
and cannot be deleted. When you click the test sets, you obtain more detailed information about the individual
sets. The parameters "Test mode", "Temperature", "Set name" and depending on the mode "Standard name" are
displayed.
Creating test sets
You can create your own test sets via the button New. The Test set parameters dialog is opened.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Test mode Defines with which standard the test will be performed. -
Temperature Defines at which temperature the test will be performed. -
Standard name Description of the standards "Test mode" = "Stan­
dard" or "Brix standard"
Set name The set is uniquely identified in the system via this name. -
Delete test sets
1 To delete a created set, click the desired entry in the Test sets dialog.
2 In the Test set parameters dialog click the button Delete.
When a set is deleted, the set history will also be deleted. Methods that relate to the deleted set are no
longer executable.

5.2 Hardware
Navigation: Setup>Hardware
In this dialog window you can configure all the hardware components connected to the meter. These include:
● Cell
● Automation
● External instruments
● Peripherals
● Sensors
● Auxiliary instruments

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5.2.1 Cell
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > Cell
The measuring cell is connected via an internal interface in the compact device. The instrument can be extend­
ed to create a 2–cell instrument (see also "Setup: Maintenance & Service > Add external cell (page 33)").
– Touch the button Cell in the Hardware dialog.
With single cell instruments you go directly to the list with the cell parameters
In the case of two cell instruments the connected cells are listed. You have to touch one of the displayed
cells so that the Cell parameters dialog opens.
The Cell parameters dialog is opened.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Cell Name of the measuring cell -
Type Measuring cell type -
Status Shows whether the cell is connected. -
Serial number Serial number of the cell -
If an adjustment has been performed, an entry in the adjustment set appears in the setup of the corresponding
cell. If you touch the entry, the data of the most recent adjustment that was executed with the set will be dis­
played.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Adjustment set By touching the set entry, you obtain the values for the most -
recent adjustment of this set.
Monitoring Monitoring of the service life of the adjustment can be activated. -
adjustment set The process, if the service life of a set has expired, is defined in
the method function "Measure".
Adjustment inter­ Validity of adjustment "Monitoring adjustment
val set" activated
Reminder Before the set expires, a message appears indicating that the "Monitoring adjustment
adjustment or test has expired. set / test set" activated
Days before expi­ Specifies the number of days after which a warning is triggered. "Reminder" activated
ration
If a test has been performed, an entry in the test set appears in the setup of the corresponding cell. If you touch
the entry, the data of the most recent adjustment that were executed with the set will be displayed.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Test set By touching the set you go to the values for the most recent test -
for this set.
Monitoring test Monitoring of the service life of the test can be activated. The -
set process, if the service life of a set has expired, is defined in the
method function "Measure".
Test interval Service life of test "Monitoring test set"
activated
Reminder Before the set expires, a message appears indicating that the "Monitoring adjustment
adjustment or test has expired. set / test set" activated
Days before expi­ Specifies the number of days after which a warning is triggered. "Reminder" activated
ration
Via the button History you go to a list that contains a maximum of ten adjustment or test entries for the selected
set. In the process the measured refractive index values are displayed (in the adjustment mode air and water
only the value for water). The history can be displayed in graphic form via the button Graph. You can view the
history data by touching an entry.

5.2.2 Automation
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > Automation
The automation units that can be installed are listed below:

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 ● DryPal (drying pump)
● FillPal (sample pump)
● SC1 (automation unit for a sample)
● SC30 (automation unit for 30 samples)
● InMotion (automation unit for up to 303 samples)

The peripheral devices have an automatic PnP (Plug and Play) – identification. They can also be manually cre­
ated in the setup.
Via the button Automation in the Hardware dialog, you access a list with defined automation units. By touch­
ing a list entry, you obtain more detailed information about the corresponding automation unit.
Parameters Description Displayed if
Type Instrument Type -
Power purge unit The external diaphragm (Optional) has a much higher output "Type" = "SC1" /
than the diaphragm pump integrated in the SC1/SC30. The pump "SC30"
is actually adjusted at the SC1/SC30.
Heating option This is where the heating option is activated. The temperature is "Type" = "SC1" /
directly set on the heating unit. "SC30"
Limit sensor Optical sensor that detects the sample and prevents it leaving the "Type" = "SC1" /
heated area of the heating option (info field). "SC30"
External drain Located in the heating unit. Prevents the samples flowing back "Type" = "SC1"/"SC30"
valve after filling process (info field).
Solvent 1 Specifies the solvent at the connection Rinse 1 "Type" = "SC1" /
"SC30"
Solvent 2 Specifies the solvent at the connection Rinse 2 "Type" = "SC1" /
"SC30"
Speed "Low" Value for speed level "Low" of the FillPal or InMotion autosampler "Type" = "FillPal" /
(in % of the maximum speed). "InMotion"
Speed "Medium" Value for speed level "Medium" of the FillPal or InMotion "Type" = "FillPal" /
autosampler (in % of the maximum speed). "InMotion"
Speed "High" Value for speed level "High" of the FillPal or InMotion autosam­ "Type" = "FillPal" /
pler (in % of the maximum speed). "InMotion"
Rate at 100% Value for max. possible pump output (depending on the installed "Type" = "InMotion"
pump which is defined as sampling pump).
Stirrer output Specifies the pump/stirrer port on the InMotion where your stirrer "Type" = "InMotion"
is connected.
Sampling pump Specifies the pump/stirrer port on the InMotion where your sam­ "Type" = "InMotion"
output pling pump is connected.
PowerShower Specifies the pump/stirrer port on the InMotion where your pump "Type" = "InMotion"
output for PowerShower is connected.
Rate Value for required pump output for PowerShower. "Type" = "InMotion"
Beaker height Specifies the height of the used beakers. "Type" = "InMotion"
A distinction should be made between the following two cases in the installation of instruments:
1. There is still no setup entry available in the unit (delivery state).
A new entry has been generated and the parameters automatically generated.
2. A setup entry was previously manually created in the instrument:
The PnP parameters are automatically entered, the remaining parameters, previously edited by the user,
remain unchanged.
When a PnP instrument is unplugged, the status changes to "not installed".
Below is described how you can administer the various devices in setup. This includes the creation of devices
or changing the parameters in the setup.
Create automation units
So that methods for the application of automation units can be created and configured without the automation
unit being connected, these units must be created in the setup via the button New.

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 Delete automation unit
It is not possible to delete the entry of a connected device.
If you want to delete an entry for a unit that is not connected from the list, a message with the termination
option appears indicating that after deletion the methods that use the external instruments will no longer be exe­
cutable.

5.2.3 External Instruments

Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > External instruments
The external instruments that can be installed are listed below. They all have automatic PnP – identification:
● METTLER TOLEDO S20 – SevenEasy™ pH
● METTLER TOLEDO S30 – SevenEasy™ Conductivity
● METTLER TOLEDO S220 - SevenCompact™ pH/Ion
● METTLER TOLEDO S220 - SevenCompact™ Conductivity
● Lovibond colorimeters PFX880 / PFXi880, PFX950 / PFXi950 and PFX995 / PFXi995 series, Tintometer
● Minolta colorimeters CM-5 / CR-5
● The Lovibond colorimeters can be connected to the USB interfaces. For this purpose the USB – RS232
adapter is required (contained in the connection kit).
● For each device type only one entry is possible.

Install devices
A distinction should be made between the following two cases in the installation of instruments:
1. There is still no setup entry available in the unit (delivery state).
A new entry has been generated and the parameters automatically generated.
2. A setup entry was previously manually created in the instrument:
The PnP parameters are automatically entered, the remaining parameters, previously edited by the user,
remain unchanged.
When a PnP instrument is unplugged, the status changes to "not installed".
● Via the button External instruments in the Hardware dialog, you can obtain the list of instruments. By
touching a list entry, you obtain more detailed information about the corresponding instrument.
Create device
So that methods can be created and configured with external instruments, without having to connect the instru­
ment, the setup entries of the external instruments can be manually created via the button New.
● The pH and conductivity meters can be assigned names individually using the "Instrument" parameter.

Delete devices
It is not possible to delete the entry of a connected device.
If you want to delete an entry for a unit that is not connected from the list, a message with the termination
option appears indicating that after deletion the methods that use the external instruments will no longer be exe­
cutable.
SevenEasy™ / SevenCompact™ pH/ion and conductivity meters
1 Select the following for the SevenEasy™ and SevenCompact™ measuring instruments (also refer to the
operating instructions for the measuring instrument concerned):
Manual end point measured value acquisition,
set the unit [pH]" ([mV] not supported).
2 For the SevenCompact pH and conductivity meters, the following must also be selected (also refer to the rel­
evant operating instructions):
an interval time of 1 s (in menu>Interval measurements),
interface=printer (in menu>Data transmission),
"Send data to interface" (in "Type of data transmission").

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 3 For temperature compensation, set the unit [°C] at the measuring instruments. Two types of temperature
compensation exist:
- ATC (automatic temperature compensation) with a temperature sensor connected.
- MTC (manual temperature compensation) with no temperature sensor connected.
Note:
The pH or conductivity meters switch automatically, depending on the arrangement.
If the temperature unit at the pH meter or conductivity meter is set to [°C], the results "TpH" and "TCond" will
be converted to the temperature unit set in the instrument, i.e. either [°C] or [°F] . By contrast, if [°F] is set
at the pH or conductivity meter, no result will be calculated. "--" will be output in the results field.
The conductivity units are [mS/cm] / [μS/cm] (depending on the range) or [mS/m] [μS/m] (depending on the
range). However, the results are expressed in [μS/cm]. If you wish to have the result displayed in [mS/cm] or
[mS/m] [μS/m], it will be necessary to recalculate the result using the "Calculation" method function.
Colorimeter
- Lovibond
The Lovibond colorimeter can be used for extinction or transmission measurements. The wavelengths are out­
put in 5 nm (in the range 420 – 710 nm).
A color measurement may take longer than 25 s.
- Minolta colorimeters CM-5 / CR-5
The Minolta colorimeters can be used for transmission measurements (liquids).
Transmission data are supplied in 10 nm increments within the spectral range 360 – 740 nm.
A color measurement takes approximately 1 s.
The measurements involve high-energy light flashes. For this reason, color scales are not offered for reflection
measurements in the crude oil industry.
● The CR-5 colorimeter does not supply any spectral data.
● Calibration is possible directly at the colorimeter only. The USB link must be disconnected.
● "Illuminant" and "Observer" can be set in the "Configuration" method function. For more information, see
"Methods and products: Method functions > Configuration (page 42)".
- Color scales
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > External instruments > Parameters
– Click on "Colorimeter".
The "External instrument parameters" dialog appears.
If a device has been connected, a list of color scales is displayed via the Color scales button, that were avail­
able in the most recently connected device. If the device has been manually configured and no device has yet
been connected, then the list is empty.

See also
● Continuous run (page 71)

5.2.4 Peripherals
Navigation: Home > Setup > Hardware > Peripherals
In the dialog Peripherals, the following devices and settings can be configured:
● Barcode reader
● USB stick
● Fingerprint reader
● Printer
● Personal Computer (PC) – settings
● Network settings
● Network storage

Below is described how you can administer the various devices in setup. This includes the creation of devices
or changing the parameters in the setup.

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