RBR maestro3 User manual

QUICK START GUIDE
Generation³ standard Instruments can measure conductivity, temperature,
pressure, and up to 10 other parameters - at rates up to 32Hz. They have a
rugged design, long deployment life, and are intuitive to use.
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Included with your instrument
USB-C desktop cable
O-rings, silicone grease, O-ring removal tool, and desiccant (reusable)
USB stick with Ruskin software and user guide
Sensors, cables, and calibration certificates
Wi-Fi
All RBR Generation³ standard instruments are Wi-Fi ready. To enable
your Wi-Fi, or to obtain a free month of the Wi-Fi feature, please contact
[e-mail].

Deploy
Ruskin software
Ruskin (for Mac and PC) may be found on the USB stick or the RBR website.
Ruskin mobile can be downloaded for IOS and Andriod from the Apple App
Store or from Google Play respectively.
Download
USB: (Desktop only)
1. Connect the USB-C desktop cable to the instrument. The instrument will
appear in Ruskin.
2. Select the “Download...” button and choose a location to store the
dataset.
Wi-Fi: (Mobile or Desktop)
1. Enable Wi-Fi by twisting the battery end-cap from RUN to PAUSE or
from PAUSE to RUN. The instrument’s Wi-Fi will timeout after one
minute without a connection.
2. Connect your computer or mobile to the instrument Wi-Fi network via
your device settings.
3. Data will download automatically from the instrument when connected
to Ruskin mobile.
1. Turn the battery end-cap clockwise to the RUN position to start logging.
The instrument will vibrate with one long pulse to indicate it has
started logging.
2. Deploy the instrument. If the unit has a conductivity sensor, ensure no
objects are placed within a 15cm radius of the cell, as this may influence
the measurement. The instrument is calibrated with all sensors, guards,
and cages in place to compensate for their effect on the conductivity
sensor.
3. Turn the battery end-cap counterclockwise to the PAUSE position to
stop logging. The instrument will vibrate with three short pulses to
indicate it has stopped logging.

Deployment checklist
1. Install fresh batteries before any long deployment.
2. Deploy with fresh desiccant (orange) to reduce the chances of corrosion
developing on the electronics. The exhausted desiccant will appear
green. We also recommend replacing the desiccant for long term
storage of the instrument.
3. Ensure the desiccant capsule is installed into the battery end-cap with
the lid facing out.
4. Inspect, clean, replace, and lubricate O-rings.
1. Open the battery end-cap.
2. Push on the battery door and slide to unlatch, then flip up the battery
door.
3. Remove old batteries.
4. Install new batteries with the negative terminal in and positive out, as
indicated on the battery door.
5. Close battery door and battery end-cap.
Changing batteries
RBR instruments can utilize multiple chemistries of AA batteries. Ruskin will
give an estimated deployment time based on the specified battery type.
Fresh desiccant Exhausted desiccant
Support
To access support within the Ruskin app, navigate to “Help > Comment on
Ruskin...”.
For technical support, please reach out to [e-mail], call
[phone] (UTC-5), or visit rbr-global.com/support/service.
RBR#0006018revH 07/2021