NeuLog NUL-216 User manual

NEULOG SPIROMETER LOGGER SENSOR GUIDE
NeuLog spirometer logger sensor
NUL-216
The NeuLog spirometer sensor can be used for any science experiment which is
based on lung capacity such as in the fields of Psychology, Biology, Exercise Science,
etc.
The sensor comes pre-calibrated so you can start experimentation right out of the box
using this guide.
Among hundreds of possible experimental subjects that can be studied with the NUL-
216 sensor are: lung function, lung physiology, exercise experiments, gas flow rates
and gas flow laws, and many more.
The spirometer sensor's measurement unit is:
Liters per second (L/s): The volume of gas which passes through the sensor tube per
second.
Reset to zero:
Even though the NeuLog spirometer sensor does not need to be calibrated prior to
each use, it is recommended to reset its probe.
To zero the sensor:
1. Connect the spirometer sensor to a voltage source (USB-200 or BAT-200
module).
2. Press and hold the spirometer sensor’s push button for 3 seconds. You should
see a zero reading on the sensor's module box.
Using the spirometer sensor:
The NeuLog spirometer sensor comes with laminated paper for use.
Prior to experimentation, roll a single piece of laminated paper into a tube and then
place it inside the side with the wider internal opening of the sensor. The paper should
stick out from the metal sensor tube about one inch. Blowing into the paper instead of
directly into the metal tube is more hygienic for later uses of the sensor.
Using the software’s “area” function, you can determine the total volume of your lungs
easily.
Quick start procedure:
PC or Mac Computer
Materials needed:
NUL-216 Spirometer Sensor
Laminated Paper (included)
USB-200 USB Module
USB to mini USB cable (included with the USB-200 module)
Your spirometer sensor needs to be connected to a USB-200 module. The USB-200
module then connects to a computer via a USB to mini-USB cable. Please note that
you cannot plug the spirometer sensor directly into the computer.
The browser based application can be downloaded for free at www.NeuLog.com as
well as a full application user guide.
Choose "Downloads" on the main menu and then choose "Software and Application".
Procedure:
1. Prior to initial use, please review the “Using the spirometer sensor” section of
this document..
2. Install the NeuLog application.
3. Connect the USB-200 module to the PC or Mac.
4. Connect the spirometer sensor to the USB-200 module (they directly plug
together). Please note that no calibration is required for this sensor.
5. Open the NeuLog application by clicking on the shortcut on the screen.
6. Once a spirometer sensor module box appears on the left side of the screen the
probe has been automatically identified and you can begin experimentation.
7. If the spirometer sensor is not automatically identified then click the “Search for
sensors” icon to find the sensor.
8. Click on the “On-line experiment” icon; this will open a graph below.
9. Click on the “Module setup” button located in the spirometer sensor module box
to change the sensor settings if need be.
10. Click on the "Experiment set up" icon to change the experiment settings if need
be (experiment duration for example).
11. The spirometer sensor will give a live reading in the module box to the left of the
screen while plugged in.

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12. To run an experiment and collect data click the “Run experiment” icon.
13. To end data collection early, click the “Stop experiment” icon.
Tablet, smart phone device
Materials needed:
NUL-216 Spirometer Sensor
Laminated Paper (included)
WIFI-201 WiFi Module
BAT-200 Battery Module
Your spirometer sensor needs to be connected to a WIFI-201 module. The WIFI-201
module will create a closed NeuLog WiFi network which will stream the NeuLog data
to a device of your choosing. Once your device is wirelessly connected to the NeuLog
network, you can run experiments and collect data through a browser of your
choosing.
Procedure:
1. Prior to initial use, please review the “Using the spirometer sensor” section of
this document.
2. Connect the spirometer sensor directly to the left side of a WIFI-201 module (no
wires required).
3. Connect a BAT-200 module to the right side of the WIFI-201 module.
4. Although not required, we recommend plugging the BAT-200 to an outlet using a
USB to mini USB charger (such as a typical cell phone charger). The WIFI-201
module will run for 60-90 minutes (depending on the sensor) without being
plugged in.
5. The WIFI-201 can be powered directly using a mini to USB cord and plugging it
into your computer or a wall charger. Please note this function is only available
on WIFI-201 modules with the USB icon on the cover.
6. For further WIFI-201 instructions or the WIFI-201 quick start guide please visit:
www.NeuLog.com; Choose "Products" on the main menu,
then choose "WiFi Communication module".
7. The WIFI-201 indicator lights will flash; take no action until the LED to the far left
turns blue; this can take up to one minute.
8. Take your tablet or smart phone, go to the WiFi settings and select the NeuLog
network (NeuLog0184 for example) which matches the ID found on the back of
the WIFI-201 module (0184 for example).
9. Give your device about 20 seconds to connect to the WIFI-201module.
10. Once the device is connected, go to your browser and type the website
wifi201.com into the URL bar, then wait for 30-60 seconds.
11. You will see a “Control mode” icon in the application, click on it.
12. The application will then load a new screen and begin to auto detect the
sensor(s); this can take a minute. (You can stop the search when the sensor is
found.)
13. If the application does not auto detect the sensor(s), select “Search for sensors”.
14. Once the sensor is found you will see a module box on the left side of the screen
for the spirometer sensor. In this box, real time data will be displayed.
15. Click on the “Module setup” button located in the spirometer sensor module box
to change the spirometer probe settings if need be.
16. Click on the “Experiment setup” icon to change the experiment settings if need
be (Experiment duration for example).
17. To run an experiment and collect data, click the “On-Line experiment” icon, then
click the "Run experiment" icon.
18. If you have a newer generation WIFI-201 (with the USB icon on the cover) this
can be used as a USB-200, meaning you can tether the probes directly to the
computer using the WIFI-201. To engage operation in this fashion, press 3 times
on the panel button. Repeating this operation will return the module to WiFi
mode.
Operation with NeuLog Graphic Display Module (viewer)
Materials needed:
NUL-216 Spirometer Sensor
Laminated Paper (included)
VIEW-101 Graphic Display Module
BAT-200 Battery Module
Procedure:
1. Prior to initial use, please review the “Using the spirometer sensor” section of
this document.
2. Connect the spirometer sensor to the left side of the viewer.
3. Connect the BAT-200 module to the right side of the viewer.
4. The VIEW-101 will auto detect the sensor and you will see it appear on the left
side of the screen.
5. Once the sensor appears it will be monitoring data in real time.
6. To run an experiment and collect data press the run icon (little green person).
Off-line experiments
(Off-line experiments are when you do not have a sensor connected directly to a
computer, tablet, smartphone, or NeuLog viewer).

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Materials needed:
NUL-216 Spirometer Sensor
Laminated Paper (included)
BAT-200 Battery Module
Materials needed to configure your offline experiment:
USB-200 Module, WIFI-201 module or VIEW-101 Module
USB to mini USB cable (included with the USB-200 module)
Procedure:
1. Prior to initial use, please review the “Using the spirometer sensor” section of
this document.
2. To determine the experiment settings, first connect to your chosen device (PC,
Mac, tablet, smart device) and click on the “Off-line experiment” icon after the
sensor search has ended. (For more information on how to change the
experiment settings, view the quick start procedure section for your chosen
device in this document.)
3. Connect the spirometer sensor directly to the left side of a charged BAT-200
module.
4. When ready to collect data press the “Start/Stop” button on the spirometer
sensor, a red light will turn on for the duration of the experiment.
5. After the experiment has concluded (the “Start/Stop” button is pressed again or
the data collection period ends) connect the sensor to your chosen device (you
can find full instructions in each device’s quick start procedure section).
6. Open NeuLog application.
7. Click the “Off-line experiment” icon.
8. Click the “Load data from sensors” icon.
9. Select which experimental data to upload (5 experimental runs can be stored at
one time on the NUL-216 spirometer sensor).
Restoring sensor’s factory default settings:
Procedure:
1. Connect the USB-200 to a PC, Mac, tablet, or smart device.
2. Connect the spirometer sensor to a USB-200 module (they directly plug
together).
3. Open the NeuLog application.
4. Click the “Tools” icon.
5. Click the “Restore sensor’s factory defaults” on the menu.
Included with the sensor:
NeuLog NUL-216 Spirometer Sensor Guide (this document).
One package of laminated paper for testing.
Sensor's specifications
Range and operation modes
±10 L/s
ADC resolution
15 bit
Resolution
0.2 L/s
Max sample rate (S/sec)
100
Experiment Duration: 1 second to 31 days.
Sensor's features:
Fully digital data
Rugged plastic ergonomic case
Push button switch for Start/Stop experiments in off line mode
LED indicator of experiment status (blinks while collecting data)
Pre-calibrated sensing equipment
Metal sensor tube attached by means of 2 durable rubber-coated wires
Two pressure sensors connected to the metal tube to accurately determine airflow
speed
Note: NeuLog products are intended for educational use.
Videos and experiment examples:
Videos, literature and other probes can be found at www.NeuLog.com.
In order to access the spirometer sensor's page, choose "Products" on the main
menu and then "Spirometer logger sensor".
In order to find the science experiments, choose "Experiments" on the main
menu of the NeuLog website, then choose "Physics", "Chemistry", "Biology" or
"Environmental Science".
Biology Experiment:
oThe Lungs and Spirometry Parameters (B-41)

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Technical background:
The philosophy behind NeuLog’s plug and play technology is based on each sensor’s
ability to store its own data due to an internal flash memory chip and micro-controller
in each plastic NeuLog body. This technology allows the sensor to collect and then
store the digital data in the correct scientific units (oC, oF, Lux, %, ppm, for example).
The sensor is pre-calibrated at the factory. The built-in software in the logger can be
upgraded for free at any time using the provided firmware update.
Inside the NeuLog spirometer sensor’s metal tube attachment there is a funnel which
creates a difference of air pressures before and after the funneling piece according to
the airflow speed. A pressure differential sensor is connected to both sides of the
funneling piece.
The sensor's controller calculates accurately the air flow speed according to this
pressure difference.
Using the NeuLog software, you can easily determine the area under or above the
curve to calculate lung volumes and capacities.
Maintenance and storage:
Never submerge the NeuLog plastic body in any liquid.
Do not allow liquid into the spirometer sensor’s body.
After use, gently wipe away any foreign material from the spirometer sensor.
Store in a box at room temperature out of direct sunlight.
Warranty:
We promise to deliver our sensor free of defects in materials and workmanship. The
warranty is for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase and does not cover
damage of the product caused by improper use, abuse, or incorrect storage. Sensors
with a shelf life such as ion selective probes have a warranty of 1 year. Should you
need to act upon the warranty, please contact your distributor. Your sensor will be
repaired or replaced.
Thank you for using NeuLog!
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