PASCO PS-3201 User manual

Wireless Temperature Sensor (PS-3201)
Battery Status LED
Indicates the battery level of the sensor by blinking red
when the battery is low on charge.
ON button
Press to turn the sensor on. Press and hold to turn the
sensor off. Note that the sensor automatically turns itself off
after several minutes of inactivity if not connected, or after
about one hour of inactivity if connected.
Bluetooth Status LED
Indicates the status of the sensor’s Bluetooth connection.
Bluetooth LED Status
Red blink Ready to pair
Green blink Connected
Yellow blink Logging data
For information on remote data logging, see the PASCO
Capstone or SPARKvue online help.
Device ID
Use this to identify the sensor when connecting via
Bluetooth.
Water-resistant gasket
Protects the sensor from damage in the event of exposure
to water.
Sensor Housing
Tolerates temperatures between -15 °C and 50 °C.
Temperature Probe
Tolerates temperatures between -40 °C and 125 °C.
Introduction
The Wireless Temperature Sensor measures temperature over a
range of -40 °C to 125 °C. The stainless steel temperature probe
is more durable than a glass thermometer and is able to work in
a wide variety of situations. The temperature measurement is
transmitted wirelessly through Bluetooth and is recorded and
displayed by PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue on a connected
tablet or computer. Since each sensor has a unique device ID
number, more than one can be connected to the same computer
or tablet at a time.
The Wireless Temperature Sensor is powered by a replaceable
three volt coin cell battery and is well-suited for continuous
recording and discrete measurements. The sensor is designed
to optimize the battery usage time.
The sensor housing is water resistant, but immersing it in water
may cause a loss of wireless connection. Only the Temperature
Probe should be exposed to the substance being measured. Do
not immerse the sensor housing in boiling hot water.
Get the software
You can use the sensor with SPARKvue or PASCO Capstone
software. If you’re not sure which to use, visit
pasco.com/products/guides/software-comparison.
SPARKvue is available as a free app for Chromebook, iOS, and
Android devices. We offer a free trial of SPARKvue and
Capstone for Windows and Mac. To get the software, go to
pasco.com/downloads or search for SPARKvue in your device’s
app store.
If you have installed the software previously, check that you have
the latest update:
SPARKvue
Go to Main Menu > Check for Updates
PASCO Capstone
Go to Help > Check for Updates.
Check for a firmware update
SPARKvue
1. Press the power button until the LEDs turn on.
2. Open SPARKvue.
3. Select Sensor Data on the Welcome Screen.
4. From the list of available devices, select the sensor that
matches your sensor’s device ID. A notification appears if a
firmware update is available. Click Yes to update the
firmware.
5. Close SPARKvue once the update is complete.
PASCO Capstone
1. Press and hold the power button until the LEDs turn on.
2. Open PASCO Capstone.
3. Click Hardware Setup.
4. From the list of available devices, select the sensor that
matches your sensor’s device ID. A notification appears if a
firmware update is available. Click Yes to update the
firmware.
5. Close Capstone once the update is complete.
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Set up the software
SPARKvue
Connecting the sensor to a tablet or computer via
Bluetooth:
1. Turn on the Wireless Temperature Sensor. Check to make
sure the Bluetooth Status LED is blinking red.
2. Open SPARKvue, then click Sensor Data.
3. From the list of available wireless devices on the left, select
the device which matches the device ID printed on your
Wireless Temperature Sensor.
Collecting data using SPARKvue:
1. Select the measurements you intend to record from the
Select Measurements for Templates menu by clicking the
check box next to the relevant measurements' names.
2. Click Graph in the Templates section to open the
Experiment Screen. The graph’s axes will auto-populate
with the selected measurements.
3. Click Start to begin recording data.
PASCO Capstone
Connecting the sensor to a computer via Bluetooth:
1. Turn on the Wireless Temperature Sensor. Check to make
sure the Bluetooth Status LED is blinking red.
2. Open Capstone, then click Hardware Setup in the
Tools palette.
3. From the list of Available Wireless Devices, click the
device which matches the device ID printed on your
Wireless Temperature Sensor.
Collecting data using Capstone:
1. Double-click the Graph icon in the Displays palette to
create a new blank graph display.
2. To assign measurements to the graph’s axes, click each
<Select Measurement> box and select an appropriate
measurement from the list.
3. Click Record to begin collecting data.
Calibration
Calibration is generally not necessary when using the Wireless
Temperature Sensor, especially if you are measuring a change
in temperature rather than absolute temperature values.
However, it is possible to calibrate the sensor using the following
procedures.
Prepare for Calibration
Calibration will require an ice water bath, a container of hot
water, and a thermometer. The sensor will need to be connected
to PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue for these procedures; see
Set up the software for details on connecting the sensor.
SPARKvue
1. Place the thermometer into the container of hot water.
2. Create a Graph display with Temperature as one of the
measured quantities, as described under the SPARKvue
section of Set up the software.
3. Click the Show Hardware Setup button in the bottom
right of the Experiment Screen, then click the Calibrate
measurement icon next to Temperature to open the
Calibrate Sensor menu.
4. Check to make sure that the selected sensor is Wireless
Temperature Sensor, the measurement is Temperature
(°C), and the Calibration Type is 2 point (Adjust Slope
and Offset), then click Continue.
5. Place the Wireless Temperature Sensor into the container
of hot water. Wait for the temperature reading to stabilize.
6. Using the thermometer, determine the temperature of the
hot water. Enter this value into the Standard Value box
under Calibration Point 1, then click Set Calibration.
7. Remove the thermometer and Temperature Sensor from
the hot water container, wipe them both dry, and place
them into the ice water bath. Wait for both the thermometer
measurement and the sensor reading to stabilize.
8. Using the thermometer, determine the temperature of the
ice water. Enter this value into the Standard Value box
under Calibration Point 2, then click Set Calibration.
9. Check your new calibration for accuracy, then click OK.
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PASCO Capstone
1. Place the thermometer into the container of hot water.
2. Select Calibration from the Tools palette.
3. Select Temperature from the dropdown box, then click
Next.
4. Ensure that Two Standards (2 point) is selected from the
list of calibration types, then click Next.
5. Place the Wireless Temperature Sensor into the container
of hot water. Wait for the temperature reading to stabilize.
6. Using the thermometer, determine the temperature of the
hot water. Enter this value into the Standard Value box,
then click Set Current Value to Standard Value.
7. Remove the thermometer and Temperature Sensor from
the hot water container, wipe them both dry, and place
them into the ice water bath. Wait for both the thermometer
measurement and the sensor reading to stabilize.
8. Using the thermometer, determine the temperature of the
ice water. Enter this value into the Standard Value box,
then click Set Current Value to Standard Value.
9. Review your calibration to ensure it is accurate, then click
Finish.
Battery usage
The Wireless Temperature Sensor contains a three volt coin cell
battery (CR2032). Battery life is very important to making the
sensor simple and always ready to use. Therefore, like all
PASCO wireless products, the Wireless Temperature Sensor is
designed for long battery life. For example, after several minutes
of inactivity, the sensor turns itself off to preserve the battery.
The included battery should provide more than one year of
battery life, but the actual amount depends on factors such as
the data collection sampling rate.
Sensor storage
If the sensor will be stored for several months, we recommended
that you remove the battery and store it separately to avoid
damaging the sensor in case of a battery leak.
Battery removal and replacement
If the sensor’s Battery Status LED blinks red, the battery may
need to be replaced. Replacing the battery requires removing
the Battery Compartment Door on the bottom of the sensor,
removing the old battery, installing a new battery of the same
type, and replacing the Battery Compartment Door. This
procedure requires a coin and a CR2032 three volt battery, such
as those included in the PS-3504 Coin Cell Battery Pack.
NOTE: This type of battery is also commonly
available in electronic and commercial stores.
Removing the Battery Compartment Door
Hold the sensor with the
bottom side up. Insert a
coin into the slot and use it
to turn the Battery
Compartment Door
counterclockwise until the
indicator on the door is
aligned with the second
mark on the sensor.
Turn the sensor so the
bottom side is down,
allowing the Battery
Compartment Door to drop
into the palm of your hand. Make sure that the battery door
gasket stays on the door. The gasket is an "O-ring" that is held
in place by the tabs on the door. Do not touch the inside of the
battery compartment, as this may damage the sensor.
Replacing the battery
Remove the used battery from the Battery Compartment Door
and replace it with a new battery of the same type. Note that the
battery is held in place by the small tabs on the door. The side of
the battery with the "+" on it should be against the door.
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Replacing the Battery Compartment Door
Put the Battery Compartment Door,
along with the new battery, back onto
the sensor. Align the indicator on the
door with the second mark, then use
the coin in the slot to turn the door
clockwise until the indicator is aligned
with the first mark on the sensor.
When disposing of the battery, follow
the battery disposal guidelines under
Regulatory information.
Temperature Probe Maintenance
Rinse and dry the temperature probe before storing the sensor.
The probe is stainless steel and the diameter (5 mm, or 0.197")
is compatible with standard stoppers.
Troubleshooting
•If the sensor loses Bluetooth connection and will not
reconnect, try cycling the ON button. Press and briefly hold
the button until the status LEDs blink, then release the
button.
•If the sensor stops communicating with the computer
software or tablet application, try restarting the software or
application and attempting to connect again.
•If the problem persists, press and hold the ON button for
ten seconds, then release the button and start the sensor in
the usual way.
•If the above steps do not fix the connection problem, turn
Bluetooth off and back on for your computer or tablet, then
retry.
Software help
The SPARKvue and PASCO Capstone Help provide additional
information on how to use this product with the software. You
can access the help within the software or online.
SPARKvue
Software: Main Menu > Help
Online: help.pasco.com/sparkvue
PASCO Capstone
Software: Help > PASCO Capstone Help
Online: help.pasco.com/capstone
Specifications and accessories
Visit the product page at pasco.com/product/PS-3201 to view
the specifications and explore accessories. You can also
download experiment files and support documents from the
product page.
Experiment files
Download one of several student-ready activities from the
PASCO Experiment Library. Experiments include editable
student handouts and teacher notes. Visit
pasco.com/freelabs/PS-3201.
Technical support
Need more help? Our knowledgeable and friendly Technical
Support staff is ready to answer your questions or walk you
through any issues.
Chat pasco.com
Phone [phone] x1004 (USA)
[phone] (outside USA)
Email [e-mail]
Regulatory information
Limited warranty
For a description of the product warranty, see the Warranty and Returns page at
www.pasco.com/legal.
Copyright
This document is copyrighted with all rights reserved. Permission is granted to non-
profit educational institutions for reproduction of any part of this manual, providing
the reproductions are used only in their laboratories and classrooms, and are not
sold for profit. Reproduction under any other circumstances, without the written
consent of PASCO scientific, is prohibited.
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scientific, in the United States and in other countries. All other brands, products, or
service names are or may be trademarks or service marks of, and are used to
identify, products or services of, their respective owners. For more information visit
www.pasco.com/legal.
Product end-of-life disposal
This electronic product is subject to disposal and recycling regulations
that vary by country and region.
It is your responsibility to recycle your electronic equipment per your
local environmental laws and regulations to ensure that it will be
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
To find out where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please
contact your local waste recycle or disposal service, or the place where you
purchased the product.
The European Union WEEE (Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment) symbol
on the product or its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of
in a standard waste container.
CE statement
This device has been tested and found to comply with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of the applicable EU Directives.
FCC 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.
Battery disposal
Batteries contain chemicals that, if released, may affect the environment
and human health.
Batteries should be collected separately for recycling and recycled at a
local hazardous material disposal location adhering to your country and
local government regulations.
To find out where you can drop off your waste battery for recycling, please contact
your local waste disposal service, or the product representative.
The battery used in this product is marked with the European Union symbol for
waste batteries to indicate the need for the separate collection and recycling of
batteries.
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