ATAGO PAL-BX/SALT+5 User manual

Sample Stage/
Sensor
3.
Press the
ZERO button
2. Press the
START button
L L L
20.4
℃
Brix
0.0 0 Salt
0 0 0 Brix
0.0 Brix
0.0 0 Salt
20.4
℃
20.4
℃
0 0 0 Salt
20.4
℃
5.3
1.2 7 Salt
20.4
℃
- - -
- - -
- - -
Brix
Salt
Std
2. Apply the
sample.
3. Measurements
6.
Brix and Salt measurements
4. Low Sodium
index
Parts
Preparation① Zero-Setting
Preparation
How To Measure
Measurement : not 0.00%
Measurement : 0.00%
Flash Light up
Flash Light up
Std
USr1 (Ur1)
USr2 (Ur2)
USr3 (Ur3)
USr4 (Ur4)
USr5 (Ur5)
Soup
N Do not use alcohol.
N
・Brix：Sample not enough.
・Temperature：Below the range.
L L L
・Brix：Zero-setting with other than water.
・Salt：Calibration with other than reference
solution.
A A A
H H H
・Creating user scales error.
E r r
・Brix and Salt（USr）：Too Bright. Shade the
sample stage with your hand.
・Above the measurement range.
n n n
・Low sodium index error.
o o o
・The battery is low.
Lo
Error Messages
Brix
0.0 6
20.4
℃
Ｒａｔｉｏ
Press
the START
button
Press the Heart
button
Low Sodium index
Results
---Flash
25.3
0.8 7 Salt
20.4
℃
- - - Brix
Salt
Ur1
Brix
Ur display
Std display
- - -
- - -
Brix
Salt
Std
Std display
Std display
2. Clean with a
mild soap, and rinse
well with water.
3.Dry the area with
tissues thoroughly.
1. Wipe off the
sample.
Cleaning
std Usr2
sEt
USr1
Measure Brix and Salt at the
same time!
Save time and space.
It’s even equipped with a data
communication function!
4922-E02
Digital Hand-held “Pocket” Brix-Salt Meter
PAL- BX|SALT＋5
Cat. No. 4922
Salt (Std scale): Default mode for measurement
and checking with reference solution.
Salt (USr scale): User scale of USr1 to USr5.
After creating the user scale, it is possible to
measure soy sauce and sauce with the undiluted solu-
tion.
Salt reduction index: Salt ÷ Brix. Brix to
Salt ratio.
About Scale
4. Apply tap
water.
5. Press
the START
button.
Brix: Zero-setting
Brix: Zero-setting
Salt: Zero-setting
－Zero-setting is required.－
Press the ZERO button.
The instrument is
zero-set correctly.
Press the START
button.
Measurement: not 0.0 Brix
Measurement: 0.0 Brix
Proceed to
measurement.
Rub strongly with
dry tissue paper
To turn off the display,
press and hold for
more than 2 seconds.
Wash under running water (<50℃).
Do not submerge
in water.
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Instruction Manual
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compartment and close the cover.
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maintain water resistance. Keep the
batteries in during storage.
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The warranty period
extension method
1 year 2 years
The warranty period
will be extended
from 1 year to 2
years when you QR code
register customer information.
ATAGO Logger NFC can also
be downloaded at the same
time.
Preparation② Select A Scale Number.
Ｓｃａｌｅ Number List
2. Select a Scale Number. 3. Press the Heart
button to confirm
the selection.
1. Press and hold
the Heart button
for 5 seconds
(while the unit
is powered on).
Use the ZERO
button to move the
number upward.
Use the START
button to move the
number downward.
Scale Number displayScale Number display SET display
1. Clean the
sensor.
1. Clean the sensor
(with nothing on
the sensor).
At least 0.6mL
At least 0.6mL
The instrument is
zero-set correctly.
※Recommended on a daily basis.
Mild
soap
LCD
START Button
Heart Button
Battery Compartment
ZERO Button
Lanyard Hole
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[１]Input the true value
Creating User Scales And Dilutions
NPerform after Select a Scale Number
N
No operation for 5 minutes.
Automatic power off.
The Salt meter, which measures electrical
conductivity, requires a 10-fold (refer to making
Dilution) dilution for foods with Brix 6% or higher.
(prepare 3 versions of the same sample : Refer to
User Scale Samples)
The PAL-BX | SALT + 5 user scale enables salt
measurement of undiluted products.
Creating User Scales
00.00
Ur1
１.Press the START and heart
buttons simultaneously.
2-1. True value setting
(A) undiluted solution
(B) dilution 1
Brix / Salt between A and C
(C) dilution 2
Brix 6% or less
Salt 1-2%
Automatic calculation
of true value
Input the true value
2-1.
If salt value is known
Making Dilutions （Example of 10-fold dilution）User Scale Samples （Ａ>Ｂ>Ｃ）
2. Add water
Sample for
one line
1.Place of sample. 3. Gently stir.
Dilute by weight
Dilute by volume
00.00
Ur1
10g of
sample.
90g of
water.
Ur display
For [１]
For [１]
[4]Measurement of Dilution 2 sample. (C) Creating User Scales
C
Ur1
3. Measurement and
Creating User Scales
5.20
0.9 4 Salt
Ur1
Brix
L L L
E r r
Ur1
Brix
E r r
Ur1
Brix
E n d
Ur1
User scale completed
Not Brix Ａ>B>C
Measurement error
[3]Measurement of Dilution 1 sample. (B)
8.25
1.14 Salt
Ur1
b
Ur1
2. Apply the
Dilution 1
sample. (B)
3. Measurement
1. Clean the
sensor
2. Apply the
Dilution 2
sample. (C)
1. Clean the
sensor
Brix
[2]Measurement of undiluted solution. (A)
32.5
2.00 Salt
Salt
00.00
Ur1
Salt
Ur1
A
Ur1
2. Apply the
undiluted
sample. (A)
3. Measurement:
1. Clean the
sensor
0.6mL
以上
Brix
03.25
Ur1
3. Confirm
03.25
Ur1
Flash
Confirm
Water
for 9
line
Press
the START
button
Press
the START
button
Press
the START
button
Press
the START
button
START to confirm and move to the next digit.
ZERO to change the number.
2-2. If unknown leave as
zero and proceed to [2]3.
At least 0.6mL
At least 0.6mL
In case of
00.00
input the true value
*To program
additional scales,
please make sure
to switch the
scale number
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NCalibration automatically recognizes 2.50%, 9.00%, 15.00%.
[2]Salt：Checking with Reference Solution（NaCl Solution2.50%、9.00%、15.00%）
1. Clean the
sensor
Flash
2.50％
9.00％
15.00％
When there is any doubt regarding accuracy of measurement results,
adjust the reference value according to the following procedure.
N The reference solution is available from ATAGO.
[3]Salt：Calibration
1.Salt：Calibration Calibration is complete
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c02.5 Salt
20.4
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c09.0 Salt
20.4
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c15.0 Salt
20.4
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C C C Salt
3. Press the START button2. Apply the
reference
solution.
Salt：Checking With Reference Solution Std Scale
Apply the reference solution.
Press the START and ZERO
buttons simultaneously.
[1]Salt：Zero-setting
1. Clean the
sensor
2. Salt: Zero-setting
4.
0 0 0 Brix
0 0 0 Salt
20.4
℃
0 0 0 Salt
Flash Light up
Press the ZERO button
(with nothing on the
sensor) to zero-set.
Std display
2.3
2.5 0 Salt
20.4
℃
- - -
- - -
Brix
Salt
Std
Brix
---Flash
Salt：2.50±0.13
9.00±0.45
15.00±1.50
Within standard value range
Part No. RE-120250 NaCl Solution 2.50％
Part No. RE-120900 NaCl Solution 9.00％
Part No. RE-121500 NaCl Solution 15.0％
Press
the START
button
At least 0.6mL
Calibration is required.
The instrument is
calibrated correctly,
About Data Transmission Function
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Maximum of 100 measurement
results are recorded with
time stamps.
:
:
Android devices / iPhone
Laptop or PC +
USB NFC Reader/Writer
Example of
data history
This instrument stores maximum number of 100 measurement data. This instrument is
equipped with NFC（Near Field Communication）technology.
Data history can be accessed by bringing PAL-NFC to any Android devices, iPhone or PC-linked
USB NFC Reader/Writer* (in conformance to PC/SC specification).
*Operation tested with SONY USB NFC Reader PaSoRi RC-S380.
Caution Data history exceeding 100 will overwrite old activity with new data, replacing the
oldest recorded information first.
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LLL
12.5
3.2
AAA
OOO
38.5
39.2
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2021/01/17 09:31:50
2021/01/17 09:32:12
2021/01/17 09:34:26
2021/01/17 09:43:07
2021/01/17 09:43:18
2021/01/17 09:45:39
2021/01/17 09:46:07
LLL
0.31
1.25
AAA
OOO
5.89
5.92
LLL
0.39
0.39
0.15
0.15
20.4
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21.0
21.2
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22.5
25.1
25.3
履歴の転送と消去
Install a software to readout the NFC tag ahead of time.
Android devices / iPhone
Preparation
(1) Software installation
Example of data history read out
LLL : Lower limit error.
HHH : Upper limit error.
OOO : Zero setting complete.
nnn : External light error.
AAA : Zero setting error.
ooo : Low Sodium index error.
Laptop or PC + USB NFC Reader/Writer
Data history can be exported to Microsoft(R) Excel (R)(for Windows(R)) using a PAL NFC
software "ATAGO Logger (NFC)."
Applicable Application Software (app) "NFC Reader"
* If an NFC tag reader app is already installed on the Android
devices or iPhone, this app can be used.
Back side of the body
Instrument’s serial number
Last 10 digits of NFC chip number (NFC’S serial number)
You can use the NFC’S serial number to identify which
instrument the readings correspond to.
You can check the NFC chip number (serial number) by using an
app that can read the serial number.
Note: Not all NFC apps capture the NFC’S serial number
Suggested app: “NFC Tools”
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Set the date and time (year [the last two digits of the western calendar], month, date, time and minute) prior to data history readout.
(2) Date and time setting
NReset the date and time when batteries are removed for 24hours or more.
h Year hYear h Month h Day h Day h Hour h Minute h Minute
Confirm Confirm Confirm Confirm Confirm Confirm Confirm
Press the START
button and ZERO
button for more
than 2
seconds
10's place 10's place 10's place1's place 1's place 1's place
While powered on…
(Example image)
0 - 9 0 - 9 0 - 9 0 - 901 - 12 0 - 3 00 - 23 0 - 5
Press the ZERO button until the desired number is displayed.
*For "time", set the time in
24 hour notation
Confirm
99
17 99 12 31 24 60
（Seconds : Fixed 00）
Top right screen display during date and time set up
Year ：Month ：Day ：Hour ：Minute ：
Pressing the ZERO button will change the number.
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End
Android devices / iPhone Laptop or PC + USB NFC Reader/Writer
*Do not move it.
(Hold for 1 second or more.) *Do not move it.
(Hold for 1 second or more.)
*NFC position on Android device or iPhone differs to the model.
Data history readout
All recorded data stored in this instrument are read out.
*If data history is not read out, bring both in contact and move the one that is over the other device in
a forward and back or left and right in a small motion.
START
button
ZERO
button
0 second 1 second 2 seconds 3 seconds
2. Press the
START button. Delete data
history
Delete data history
If not deleting
the data history.
*Press two times
within one second.
End without
deleting the
data history.
1. Quickly (3 seconds or less) do the following button operation.
While powered
on…
(Example image)
Press the
ZERO
button.
20.4
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y_n
dEL
dEL
dEL
End
*Be sure to establish the PC and IC card
reader/writer connection in advance by
setting up (and installing the driver) IC card
reader/writer.
* Data history can be read out by holding up
the USB NFC Reader/writer to the PAL unit.
1. Launch ATAGO Logger.
2. Bring the bottom part (where the "NFC" logo is) of PAL
in contact with the NFC mark on the IC card reader/writ-
er.
(((・NFC
(((・NFC
1. Launch NFC Reader (or other NFC tag reading app).
2. Position NFC on Android device or iPhone to the 'NFC' logo
at the bottom portion of the PAL then bring in contact.
NData history can be read out while PAL is powered off.
NData history readout will not delete the stored data history.
(a) While pressing the START button, press the ZERO button two times.
(b) Quickly release the START button.
All data history will be deleted from
this instrument.
Caution Deleted data history can
not be restored.
NA data history can not be
selected.
Caution Bring PAL andAndroid devices, PAL and iPhone or PAL and
USB NFC Reader/writer as close to each other as possible.
(Position it so that the distance between both devices are 5mm or less.)
1.Insert a coin in the groove
on the battery compartment
cover.
Turn the coin
counterclockwise to remove
the cover.
2.Insert batteries, observing
the correct polarity.
3.Align the cover and push
it down.
4.Close the battery
compartment cover by
pushing the cover in with a
coin in the groove and
turning it clockwise until it
stops.
※Turning excessively may
cause malfunction.
Open C
O-ring
mWhen the O-ring on the battery compartment cover is
dirty or damaged, the water resistance may be
compromised.
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The instrument is warranted for one year from the date of purchase. This warranty is void if the instrument shows evidence of the following.
Send the included batteries as well if they are still in use. ・Having been disassembled by unauthorized personnel ・Damages to the sensor section
・Water damage or having been dropped ・Having been misused and/or operated outside the environmental specifications
・Leakage from batteries other than those included with the unit Repair services are available for a fee after the warranty expires. Contact an
ATAGO authorized service center for service and support.
Read and follow all safety instructions before operating the instrument.
・When measuring hazardous materials, use proper safety procedures, materials, and clothing to avoid personal injury. Anyone
handling hazardous materials should understand its properties and its safety requirements. ・If the instrument is dropped or subjected to a strong
impact, contact your supplier for inspection. ・Do not attempt to repair, modify, or disassemble the instrument.
・Before use, carefully read the instruction manual and fully understand the function and operation for each part of the
instrument. ・ATAGO is not liable for any loss and damage caused by the measurement and use of this instrument. ・If this instrument is used to
measure highly acidic samples, the sensor section and sample stage may be damaged, resulting in inaccurate measurements. ・Do not use any
metal tools when applying sample to the sensor section. The metal can damage the sensor section. If the sensor section is scratched or damaged,
inaccurate measurements will occur. ・When the unit needs to be washed, use water at a temperature not exceeding 50℃. ・Only use the
specified battery type. Observe proper polarities, properly aligning the anodes and cathodes. ・Do not leave the instrument in a location exposed
to direct sunlight or near a heat source for any extended period of time. ・Do not change the ambient temperature of the instrument suddenly.
・Do not place the instrument where it will be subject to strong vibrations. ・Do not use the instrument where there are excessive amounts of
dust. ・Do not store the instrument in an extremely cool area. ・Do not set or drop heavy objects on top of the instrument. ・Loosen the
battery compartment cover for air transportation. ・The instrument is water-resistant, not waterproof, and should not be submerged.
Repair And Warranty
The Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) feature is based on temperature detected by the thermo sensor located near the sensor area.
ATC may not work correctly when the temperature of the sensor area is not the same as the actual temperature of the sample. When measuring a
hot or cold sample, let it sit on the sensor for approximately 20 seconds and measure, or take multiple readings until measurements become stable.
2110K Printed in Japan
（0～53％）
Store the instrument in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
Exposure to humidity may cause condensation inside, and
exposure to direct sunlight may cause the plastic to warp.
・Cleaning Clean and dry the sensor area thoroughly after use, leaving no sample
residues or water.
〈For oily samples:〉
Remove oily residues with mild soap, and then, rinse with water.
・Storage Store the instrument away from direct sunlight at a stable temperature
with as little fluctuation as possible.
Storage And Maintenance
Automatic Temperature Compensation
WARNING
CAUTION
Safety Precautions
Please have the serial number information ready when contacting a service center.
Specifications
Measurement range Brix 0.0 to 90.0% , Ｔemperature10.0 to 100℃
SALT（Std）
0.00 to 15.00% (g/100g)
Resolution Brix 0.1% SALT 0.01％ Ｔemperature 0.1℃
Measurement accuracy Brix ±0.2% Ｔemperature ±1℃
SALT（Std） Displayed value ±0.05% (for salt concentration of 0.00 to 0.99%)
Relative precision ±5% (for salt concentration of 1.00 to 9.99%)
Relative precision ±10% (for salt concentration of 10.00 to 15.00%)
Measurement time Approx. 3 seconds
Backlight The backlight stays on for 30 seconds after any button is pressed.
Output
NFC Forum Type 4 Tag ISO/IEC 14443 Type A
Output category Date Time, Brix[％],Salt［ｇ/100g］, Low Sodium Index, Temp［degC］
(e.g.) 2021/01/17 09:30:45, 76.1,3.71,0.05,21.3
Maximum number of data history 100
Automatic temperature compensation range Brix ：10 to 100℃ Acid ：10 to 40℃
Ambient temperature range 10 to 40℃
International Protection class IP65
Power supply Two (2) AAA alkaline batteries
Dimensions and Weight 55(W)×31(D)×109(H)mm , 100g (main unit only)
ATAGO's instruments are rigorously inspected to ensure each
unit meets the highest standards of quality assurance.
ATAGO instruments are rigorously inspected to ensure each unit meets the highest standards of quality assurance.
mPlease remove the tape in the battery compartment before first use.
Main unit…1 Instruction Manual (this book)…1 AAA batteries…2
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