AquaLabo NEON OPTOD User manual

NEON_OPTOD
Portable field Oxymeter for measuring and recording dissolved oxygen.
User Manual
Version 1.0

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The most recent version of this manual is available on our website:
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This manual is updated periodically. Updates are included in the new editions.
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Copyright © 2019, Aqualabo
Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited without Aqualabo’s written consent.

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SOMMAIRE
1. WarRanty _____________________________________________________________________ 6
2. 2.Information __________________________________________________________________ 7
3. 3.Safety _______________________________________________________________________ 8
3.1 Safety instructions _____________________________________________________________________ 8
3.2 OPERATING Safety _____________________________________________________________________ 8
3.2.1 Proper use____________________________________________________________________________________ 8
3.2.2 Unauthorized use ______________________________________________________________________________ 8
3.2.3 User qualification ______________________________________________________________________________ 8
3.3 Handling GUIDE _______________________________________________________________________ 8
3.4 Packaging ____________________________________________________________________________ 8
4. 4.Presentation of NEON_OPTOD Oxymeter __________________________________________ 9
4.1 Package contents ______________________________________________________________________ 9
4.2 General description of the product.________________________________________________________ 9
4.3 Main functions of NEON Oxymeter. _______________________________________________________ 9
5. 5. Technical CHARACTERISTICs____________________________________________________ 10
5.1 NEON OPTOD SPECIFICATIONS __________________________________________________________ 10
5.2 Description NEON housing______________________________________________________________ 10
5.3 Description of stainless steel and titanium OPTOD sensor. ____________________________________ 12
6. 6. Start-up ____________________________________________________________________ 13
6.1 Power supply ________________________________________________________________________ 13
6.1.1 Type of batteries permitted_____________________________________________________________________ 13
6.1.2 Changing batteries ____________________________________________________________________________ 13
6.1.3 Start-up_____________________________________________________________________________________ 13
6.2 NEON general functions ________________________________________________________________ 13
6.2.1 ON/OFF _____________________________________________________________________________________ 13
6.2.2 Navigation keypad ____________________________________________________________________________ 13
6.3 Setting ______________________________________________________________________________ 14
6.3.1 Main screen _________________________________________________________________________________ 14
6.3.2 General Menu________________________________________________________________________________ 15
6.3.3 Calibration menu _____________________________________________________________________________ 15
6.3.3.1 Main parameter ____________________________________________________________________________ 15
6.3.3.2 Barometer _________________________________________________________________________________ 17
6.3.3.3 Salinity ____________________________________________________________________________________ 18
6.3.3.4 Factory coefficients __________________________________________________________________________ 18
6.3.4 Recording menu ______________________________________________________________________________ 19
6.3.4.1 Results ____________________________________________________________________________________ 19
6.3.4.2 Recording frequency _________________________________________________________________________ 19
6.3.4.3 Campaign name_____________________________________________________________________________ 20
6.3.4.4 Erase data. _________________________________________________________________________________ 20
6.3.5 Preferences Menu. ____________________________________________________________________________ 21
6.3.5.1 Date and time ______________________________________________________________________________ 21
6.3.5.2 Device ____________________________________________________________________________________ 21
6.3.5.3 Sensor ____________________________________________________________________________________ 22

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6.3.5.4 Display ____________________________________________________________________________________ 22
6.3.5.5 Language __________________________________________________________________________________ 22
6.3.5.6 Factory configuration ________________________________________________________________________ 23
7. 7. Data UNloading._____________________________________________________________ 24
7.1 Activation and connection. _____________________________________________________________ 24
7.2 Home screen. ________________________________________________________________________ 24
7.3 Disconnection ________________________________________________________________________ 25
8. 8. OPTOD sensor maintenance ___________________________________________________ 26
8.1 Cleaning_____________________________________________________________________________ 26
8.2 CHANGING THE Active membrane________________________________________________________ 26
8.3 Storage _____________________________________________________________________________ 26
9. 9. Accessories and consumables __________________________________________________ 27

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1.WARRANTY
The new materials and equipment sold by the AQUALABO company are guaranteed against all manufacturing
defects for a period of one (1) year excluding consumables (unless expressly stipulated by AQUALABO) from:
-the date on which the buyer or authorized representative declares technical acceptance of the equipment
at the factory,
-or alternatively,
▪for mainland France: from the date of the delivery note,
▪for other destinations: from the date of shipment certified by LTA, waybill, or bill of lading.
AQUALABO’s warranty applies exclusively to malfunction resulting from a design flaw or inherent defect. It is strictly
limited to the free delivery of replacement parts (except consumables) or the repair of the device in our workshops
within 10 working days, transport not included.
The following are, by express agreement, formally excluded from our warranty:
-Any economic damage, such as staff costs, loss of profit, business disruption, etc.
-Any failure due to improper use of the device (unsuitable mains power, falls, attempted conversion, etc.),
lack of maintenance by the user or poor storage conditions.
-Any failure due to using parts, not supplied by AQUALABO, on its equipment.
-Any failure due to transporting equipment in non-original packaging.
-Batteries, aerials, and in general, any item listed under "Accessories".
Our customers are asked to always request our consent before sending us a device for repair. No returns will be
accepted without prior written consent from our after-sales service which will stipulate the return procedure. In this
case, the items will be returned in their original packaging, carriage paid, to the following address:
AQUALABO - 115 Rue Michel Marion 56850 Caudan - France
We reserve the right to reship any device received without this consent. Regardless of the type and conditions of
transport chosen to ship the equipment for repair under guarantee, in the original packaging, the related expenses
as well as insurance costs will be the customer’s responsibility.
Any damage resulting from returning the equipment falls within the framework of the guarantee on the express
condition that customers have sent their claims to the carrier, by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt,
within forty-eight hours, with a copy of the letter sent to AQUALABO.
The warranty form (when received with a device) only applies if it is returned to AQUALABO duly completed.
SOFTWARE WARRANTY
The software is guaranteed by the software publisher or distributor under the conditions specified in the
documentation related to those software packages.
AQUALABO does not, under any circumstances, guarantee the software packages.
By express agreement, we formally exclude from our warranty all economic damage, in particular for staff costs,
loss of profit, business disruption, etc.
Customers are informed that AQUALABO may not, under any circumstances, be held responsible for any failure or
bugs the software contain.
PROPERTY RIGHTS AND TRADE SECRETS
This document is protected by AQUALABO copyright (c) 2023 and all copyright is expressly reserved. The software
supplied with the device, or referred to, contains trade secrets and confidential information which are AQUALABO
property. It is legally protected by international copyright (c) law.
AQUALABO affords the user a license to use its software. This may not be divulged, used or duplicated for back-
up purposes without written permission from AQUALABO. The beneficiary must attach a copy of this document to
any fully or partially authorized reproduction.

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2.2.INFORMATION
AQUALABO equipment has been designed, manufactured, tested and inspected in accordance with ISO 9001
procedures.
If the equipment is not used immediately, it should be stored in a clean, dry place. Abide by the following storage
temperatures (-10 to 60°C).
AQUALABO equipment is carefully inspected before packaging. Upon receipt of your device, check the condition of
the packaging and if you notice an anomaly, submit the usual reservations to the carrier within 48 hours. Then
consult the packing list and check that everything is in order. Finally, if you notice that something is missing or the
equipment damaged, contact AQUALABO without delay.
NEON_OPTOD devices are entirely designed and manufactured by AQUALABO in France.
AQUALABO
90 Rue du Professeur Paul Milliez • 94506 Champigny sur Marne • France
Tél : [phone]
Hotline : [phone]
E-mail : [e-mail]
Web: https://www.aqualabo.fr/

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3.3.SAFETY
3.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual provides important information about the safe operation of the product. Read it carefully to familiarize
yourself with the product before commissioning and using it. This manual should be kept close to the product so that
you can always find the information you need.
3.2 OPERATING SAFETY
3.2.1 PROPER USE
Observe the following for safe operation:
−Store and use the device under the environmental conditions mentioned in this manual (see Features)
−Do not disassemble the device
−Power the device with the original batteries or those specified in chapter 6.1.1
-Adhere to the authorized use below
WARNING:
If the device is used in a way that is not specified by Aqualabo (environment, handling, etc.),
the protection provided by the device may be compromised.
3.2.2 UNAUTHORIZED USE
The product should not be used if:
It is visibly damaged (for example after being transported),
-It has been stored under adverse conditions for a long period of time.
3.2.3 USER QUALIFICATION
We assume that operating personnel know how to manage this equipment because of their professional training and
experience. In particular, operating personnel must be able to understand and correctly implement safety labels and
instructions related to the use of the product. Trained personnel must be familiar with and follow the instructions in
this manual.
3.3 HANDLING GUIDE
The NEON Portable Oximeter and OPTOD sensor units are electronic devices. As such, they must be treated with
care. Systematically protect the device from conditions likely to damage its components. In particular, adhere to the
following points:
During use and storage, the ambient temperature and humidity must be within the limits specified in the
SPECIFICATIONS section.
Whatever the situation, the device must be protected from the following influences:
-Intensive exposure to light and heat
-Caustic or high solvent vapours.
Any work done on the inside of the instrument must be carried out by AQUALABO or by technicians authorized by
3.4 PACKAGING
The NEON_OPTOD Oximeter is shipped in packaging to protect it during transport. It is essential to keep the original
packaging as well as the inner packaging so as to ensure optimal protection of the device from any impacts in the
event of further transport. The original packaging is also required to ensure return transport, for repairs, under suitable
conditions. Please note that we decline any claim under the warranty in the event of damage caused by transport
under inadequate conditions.

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4.4.PRESENTATION OF NEON_OPTOD OXYMETER
4.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Your NEON_OPTOD Oxymeter has just arrived.
The package consists of a transport bag containing:
-The NEON unit (containing 3 LR6 alkaline batteries, 1.5 volts) and OPTOD sensor (cable length varies depending
on the model ordered),
-A plasticized field guide;
-One vial of sodium sulphite (reference 1SS012)
Upon receipt of your device, check the condition of the packaging and if you notice an anomaly, advise the carrier
of any reservations within 48 hours. If you notice that something is missing or if the equipment is damaged, contact
AQUALABO immediately.
4.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT.
The NEON portable oxymeter is combined with the OPTOD Optical Oxygen sensor in Stainless Steel or Titanium
(seawater applications) to measure and record the following parameters:
-Temperature,
-Oxygen dissolved in % saturation,
-Dissolved oxygen in mg/L.
The NEON portable housing also contains an Atmospheric Pressure sensor for automatic compensation of the
Oxygen parameter in mg/L.
4.3 MAIN FUNCTIONS OF NEON OXYMETER.
The NEON OPTOD sensor unit, specifically designed to measure dissolved oxygen in the aquaculture field, offers
the following features:
-Automatic recognition of the Oxygen sensor,
-Simultaneous display of the 3 parameters (Temperature, Oxygen % Sat, Oxygen mg/L);
-ZOOM function on a parameter selected by the operator;
-Measurement stability indicator;
-Battery charging status indicator;
-Adjustable backlight intensity function, Backlight (configurable timing) and Automatic Screen Off (screen life
optimization);
-Simple calibration menu on 1 (100%sat) or 2 points (0%sat and 100%sat);
-Data recording (3000 points) in 2 modes: Punctual or Automatic with setting of the recording frequency;
-Data transfer via WiFi in "csv" format;
- Automatic compensations to calculate the concentration of Oxygen mg/L (Integrated automatic temperature,
Integrated automatic atmospheric pressure, Adjustable manual salinity);
-Multilingual device: French, English, Spanish and German.

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5. 5. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
5.1 NEON OPTOD SPECIFICATIONS
NEON_OPTOD specifications
Range
Oxygen: 0,00 to 20,00 mg/L; 0-200%
Temperature: 0,00 –50,00 °C
Atmospheric pressure: 450-800 mmHg (600-1065 hPa)
Resolution
Oxygen: 0,01
Temperature: 0.01
Accuracy
Oxygen: +/- 0,1mg/L ; +/- 0,1ppm ; +/- 1 %
Temperature: +/- 0.5 °C
OPTOD sensor
Luminescence Optical technology
5.2 DESCRIPTION NEON HOUSING
➢Front panel description:
NEON housing specifications
Weight
880 g
Dimensions (H x L x T)
146 x 88 x 33
Protection class
IP 67
Operating temperature
-5 to 50 °C
Storage temperature
-10°C to 60°C
Screen
Colour LCD
Backlit
Materials
ABS, UL 94V-0
Power supply
3 AA-size alkaline batteries
Sencor connection
Direct through spiral gland Sensor on 3, 7 et 15 m of cable
ABS Housing
Screen LCD
Navigation Keypad
Cable gland type PG9
for sensor cable