CID Bio-Science CI-602 User manual

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
DECLARATION OF
CONFORMITY
Manufacturer:
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 9860 USA
or
Dorigo Systems Ltd
3885 Henning Dr
Burnaby, BC V5C6N5
Canada
Declares that the CE-marked Product:
Product Model(s):
Model CI-602
FCC Compliance Statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Complies With:
89/336/EEC
Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive
73/23/EEC
Low Voltage Directive

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
Compliance Standards:
EN 55027
RF Emissions Information
Technology Equipment
EN 50082-1
EMC Immunity Standard
EN 60950
Safety of Information
Technology Equipment
Including Electrical
Business Equipment
August 1, 2017

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................... 1
Unpacking......................................................... 3
Recommended PC Specs................................. 5
Hardware Assembly.............................................. 6
Imager Home Position..................................... 10
Procedure to Return the CI-602 to Home.... 10
CI-602 Adjustable Scan Head......................... 11
Software/Driver Installation ................................. 14
Software Installation........................................ 14
Driver Installation......................................... 16
Operating the In-Situ Root Imager Software........ 19
Calibration....................................................... 20
Pairing a New PC or Tablet......................... 24
Setup Menu..................................................... 26
Setup>Output.............................................. 26
Setup>Auto Repeat..................................... 29
Setup>Resolution........................................ 29
Setup>Mode................................................ 30
Setup>Advanced......................................... 31
Deploying Root Tubes......................................... 34
Auger Usage................................................... 36

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Cleaning and Maintenance ................................. 38
Root Tube Cleaning and Drying Accessory..... 39
Using RootSnap! Software.................................. 40
Troubleshooting.................................................. 42
Calibration Tips............................................... 42
Common Error Messages ............................... 44
Technical Support........................................... 44
Customer Service............................................ 45
Frequently Asked Questions ........................... 46
Warranty Information........................................... 54

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
1
Introduction
Root development and
function are vitally
important for plant
adaptation to an
environment. The CI-602
In-Situ Root Imager helps
examine root activity and
health, which are critical
indicators of plant or crop
performance. The CI-602
leads the fine root-
imaging field by capturing
non-destructive, high
resolution, digital images
to observe the
development and function
of a plant’s root system.
The images collected by the CI-602 can be
imported and analyzed with CI-690 RootSnap! root
image analysis software.
The CI-602 has the following features and
specifications:
•Linear scanning with no distortion
•Very portable and quick operation
•USB interface for tablet computer image
storage

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
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•Super high-resolution image up to 86.9
million pixels
•Each scan provides a 360°image (21.59 cm
x 18.03 cm)
•Allows observing root growth and behavior
during an entire growing season or longer
The CI-602
provides an
underground, high
resolution, color
image of the living
roots in the soil.
This enables the
observation of root
growth and
behavior over time.
It is easily
operated using a
tablet or laptop and
the In-Situ Root
Imager software. The CI-602 is specifically designed
for long-term root studies on living plants in the field.
The root tubes should be installed in the field prior to
the growing season. When the plant begins to build
a network of roots, images of the structure and
behavior of the roots can be recorded, such as in the
root image to the right, courtesy of Dr. Dylan Fischer
at The Evergreen State College, Washington, USA.

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
3
Unpacking
The CI-602 Root Growth Monitoring System
includes the components listed below:
•1 Imager
oThe CI-602 Root Imager hardware.
•1 Tablet computer
oThe tablet computer powers the root
imager, runs the software, and
saves root images.
•3 Soil tubes (105 cm)
oYou may receive different quantities
and lengths based on your order.
•1 Calibration tube
•1 Electronics case with magnetic
connect point
oConnections on electronics case for
15 ft. conductor cable and USB
cable.
•1 USB cable
oThis cable is used to connect the
tablet to the electronics case.
•1 6 ft. conductor cable
oConnects from the root imager to the
electronics case.
•1 Collapsible slider rod with accessories
oThis is used to lower, raise, and hold
the CI-602 in the root tube.

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
4
•1 Root tube cap with cutouts for slider
rod and 6 ft. conductor cable
•1 Software CD or USB thumb drive
oThis contains the In-Situ Root
Imager software and CI-690
RootSnap! root image analysis
software. See the Software/Driver
Installation section on page 14 of
this document for information on
using this software.
•1 Carrying case
Note: If during unpacking any of these items are
not present, please contact CID.
U-joint connector
Knob/Hand grip
Slider rods

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
5
Recommended PC Specs
The CI-602 software arrives pre-installed on a
tablet computer. The CI-602 software can be
installed on another computer, either for field use or
to analyze images later. The specifications below
must be met for the CI-602 software to run
properly. See the Software/Driver Installation
section on page 14 for details on software
download and driver installation.
Tech specs
Display resolution
2736 x 1824 (267 PPI)
CPU
Core i5 (Intel) 2.40 GHz
RAM
4 GB
Operating system
Windows 10
recommended

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
6
Hardware Assembly
Please follow these important instructions on how
to set up the CI-602 hardware.
1. Insert the 6 ft. conductor cable through the
large cutout in the tube cap. When the tube
cap is not in use it can be slid into the
electronics case for storing.
Note: When the CI-602 is in use in the field, the
arrow on the root tube cap indicates that the cap
should be inserted into the root tube with this arrow
pointing upwards to keep the slider rod in the
proper orientation during imager operation.

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
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2. Screw the u-joint connector into the end of
the collapsible slider rod. Connect the
collapsible slider rod to the scanner by
screwing in the end of the u-joint connector
that is attached to the slider rod, into its slot.
Insert the collapsible slider rod through the
smaller cutout in the tube cap. Connect the
6 ft. conductor cable into the imager body.
VGA cable
attaches here
U-joint
connector
U-joint connector
attaches here

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
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3. The tube cap features a lock-in-place notch
to hold the collapsible slider rod in place
between image scans. Fit the notch of the
u-joint connector to the lock-in-place notch
of the tube cap. With the u-joint connector
firmly in the lock-in-place notch of the tube
cap, slide the scanner into a soil or
calibration tube, then push the cap down to
secure it in place.
4. Attach sections of the collapsible slider rod
by twisting or screwing each section into the
others. The black knob is intended to be at
the top of the collapsible slider rod for safety
reasons and to be used as a hand grip
when inserting and removing the instrument
from the root tube.
Lock-in-place notch

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
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5. To take images at lower depths, lift the tube
cap up and separate the u-joint connector
notch from the lock-in-place notch of the
tube cap. Slowly push down on the slider
rod, and reattach the tube cap.
Note: It is recommended to include overlap
between scans to ensure all roots are fully
imaged. The slider rod is set up to take scans at
about 20.32 cm intervals for an overlap of about
1.27 cm. Overlap can easily be removed using the
CI-690 RootSnap! analysis software.
6. To use your CI-602 and tablet, make sure
your 15 ft. conductor cable is connected
between your imager body and electronics
case. Your USB cable should be attached to
the opposite end of the electronics case and
to your tablet or PC. The tablet is held in
place on the electronics case by a magnet.

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
10
Imager Home Position
The CI-602 begins a scan by rotating the imager
body to the Home position and then initiating the
scan. This is referred to as the imager returning to
Home. If the instrument is already in the Home
position, it will not need to rotate before starting to
scan. Ensuring that the instrument is in the Home
position before scanning can eliminate scanning
unintended areas and save time. When calibrating
the CI-602 in the white calibration tube, the Home
position location is of importance. Make sure to
insert the imager in the calibration tube
properly.
Procedure to Return the CI-602 to Home
•Hold the imager by the top and rotate the
rest of the imager clockwise until the scan
window aligns with the ARROW
Note: Do not force or overturn the
imager body!
•Return the CI-602 to the Home position
prior to sliding the imager in a root tube
and beginning a scanning sequence in
order to have images start at the same point
for each window. This will help when lining
up root images to envision the entire root
tube.

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
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•It may be helpful to label a point on each
root tube as the Home or Start position for
all scans done in that tube.
CI-602 Adjustable Scan Head
The CI-602 root imager has an adjustable scan
head so that the user can change the position of
the scan head to focus the image. The user should
adjust to the maximum extension that will not get
caught on the tube when the imager rotates. This
can provide better clarity in different types of root
images, but it is intended to alleviate problems with
imperfections in root tubes or areas where the
imager will not smoothly pass through a rotation.
Note: Do not adjust the scan head unless there is a
problem with your imager getting stuck or hung up.
The CI-602 scan head is carefully set at the factory
to provide the maximum focal length and best
quality image, without having the scan head get
caught on the inside of the root tube as it rotates.

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
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Below is an example of an image where you can
see the scan head got caught twice during rotation.
This scan head should be lowered slightly and re-
tested to see if it passes.
To adjust the scan head:
1. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to slowly turn
the two inner screws on the opposite side of
the CI-602 as the scan head. Turn the
screw clockwise to lower the scan head
which will give more clearance to avoid
having the scan head touch the tube wall.
Each screw will raise and lower that end of
the scan head.

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
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2. After you adjust the scan head, put the CI-
602 in the calibration tube and take a test
scan. Carefully watch the scan head during
the rotation.
3. If the scan head appears to be catching on
the calibration tube, remove the CI-602 and
lower the scan head.
4. Repeat the test scan in the calibration
tube to ensure that the scan head will
not get hung up on the wall of the root
tube.
There are four screws along the bottom of the CI-
602 housing. The inner two screws adjust the scan
head. The outer screws attach the upper and lower
pieces to the imager body. Use a screwdriver to
raise or lower the scan head, one end at a time.
Please make sure the scan head is not catching on
the tube when the imager rotates. This could cause
damage to the scan head and gear assembly of the
unit.

CI-602 Instruction Manual rev. 10/25/2022
CID Bio-Science
1554 NE 3rd Ave
Camas, WA 98607,
USA
Phone: +1 (360)
833-8835
Fax: [phone]-
1914
[email protected]m
www.cid-inc.com
14
Software/Driver Installation
The following steps to download and install the
software and driver should be carried out on each
computer used with the CI-602 Root Imager.
Version 5 of the software and driver is compatible
with Windows 10 (64-bit only).
Software Installation
Note: The software should be pre-installed on the
tablet computer that came with the instrument.
1. This application requires the Microsoft .NET
Framework. If this has not been installed on
the computer, it should automatically install
with the CI-602 software.
2. Navigate to https://cid-inc.com/support/CI-
602/software/.
3. Download or install the latest version by
clicking setup.exe.