Thermo Scientific Orion Star A210 Series User manual

Thermo Scientific
Orion Star A210 Series
Electrochemistry Benchtop Meters
68X000441 • Revision A • June 2015
User Manual

Important Note
Please read this user guide thoroughly before using yourmeter. Any use
outside of these instructions may invalidate yourwarranty and cause
permanent damage to the meter.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1.......................................................................................................................6
Meter Introduction........................................................................................................6
Meter Overview............................................................................................................................6
Packing List.................................................................................................................................7
Intended Use...............................................................................................................................7
Chapter 2.......................................................................................................................8
Meter Basics.................................................................................................................8
Using the Universal Power Adapter.............................................................................................8
Installing Batteries (Optional Power Source)...............................................................................9
Attaching the Electrode Standand Holder.................................................................................10
Using the Electrode Holder..............................................................................................11
Meter Connections.....................................................................................................................12
Meter Keypad............................................................................................................................14
Function Keys ..................................................................................................................15
Meter Display.............................................................................................................................16
Measurement Display Icons.............................................................................................18
pH Electrode Condition Icon.............................................................................................18
Meter Models and Measurement Capabilities............................................................................19
Meter Maintenance....................................................................................................................19
Chapter 3.....................................................................................................................20
Meter Setup Menus.....................................................................................................20
Main Setup Menu.......................................................................................................................20
General Setup Menu Navigation......................................................................................20
Channel-Specific Method, Mode and Temperature Menus........................................................24
Method Menu...................................................................................................................25
Mode and Settings Menu.................................................................................................28
Temperature Menu...........................................................................................................41
Instrument Settings Setup Menu................................................................................................45
Log View Menu..........................................................................................................................46
Data Log...........................................................................................................................46
Calibration Log.................................................................................................................47
Diagnostics Menu......................................................................................................................48
Meter Self Test Procedure...............................................................................................48
Electrode Stability Test Procedure...................................................................................49
Chapter 4.....................................................................................................................50
Using the pH or pH/ISE Channel...............................................................................50
Meter and Electrode Preparation...............................................................................................50
pH Calibration Procedure ..........................................................................................................51
pH Calibration Editing.......................................................................................................52
ORP Calibration Procedure (Relative mV Mode).......................................................................53
ORP Calibration Procedure (EHUnits).......................................................................................54
ISE Calibration Procedure.........................................................................................................55
ISE Calibration Editing.....................................................................................................56
Measurement Procedure...........................................................................................................57

Chapter 5.....................................................................................................................58
Using the Conductivity Channel ...............................................................................58
Meter and Sensor Preparation...................................................................................................58
Conductivity Calibration Procedure............................................................................................59
Conductivity Calibration Editing........................................................................................60
Alternative Certified Cell Constant Entry Calibration Procedure......................................60
Conductivity Standards vs. TemperatureTable.........................................................................61
Conductivity Meter Verification Procedure.................................................................................62
Measurement Procedure...........................................................................................................63
Chapter 6.....................................................................................................................64
Using the DO/RDO Channel.......................................................................................64
Meter and Sensor Preparation...................................................................................................64
Dissolved Oxygen Calibration Procedure..................................................................................65
Air (Water-saturated Air) Calibration................................................................................66
Water (Air-saturated Water) Calibration...........................................................................66
Manual (Winkler) Calibration............................................................................................67
Set Zero Calibration.........................................................................................................68
Measurement Procedure...........................................................................................................69
Chapter 7.....................................................................................................................70
Data Transfer and Software Updates........................................................................70
Data Storage and Transfer Settings..........................................................................................70
Measurement Read Type Setting.....................................................................................70
Data Log Setting ..............................................................................................................71
Export Data Settings........................................................................................................72
Printer Compatibility and Requirements....................................................................................74
Computer Compatibility and Requirements...............................................................................75
Using the USB-to-Serial Computer Cable........................................................................76
Using the USB Computer Cable.......................................................................................78
Orion Star Com Communication Software.......................................................................81
Meter Interfacing with Other Computer Programs............................................................82
Star A200-A300 Meter Remote Control Protocols............................................................83
Meter Software Upgrade Procedure..........................................................................................90
Chapter 8.....................................................................................................................94
Customer Services.....................................................................................................94
Troubleshooting Tips.................................................................................................................95
Meter Factory Reset Procedure.......................................................................................96
Meter User Reset Procedure............................................................................................96
Notice of Compliance.................................................................................................................97
WEEE Compliance....................................................................................................................97
Declaration of Conformity..........................................................................................................98
Meter Specifications..................................................................................................................99
Ordering Information................................................................................................................106
Meter Accessories, Electrodes and Solutions................................................................108

1
Meter Introduction
Meter Overview
Thermo Scientific™Orion Star™A210 series benchtop meters feature an informative, easy to
read graphic display with backlight and onscreen calibration and setup instructions for intuitive,
user-friendly operation with minimum training. The comprehensivekeypad with menu-specific
function keys and useful shortcut keys allows fast and efficient meternavigation andcontrol.
The multilanguageuser interface allows customizationof the meter ina variety of local
languages and newlanguages can be addedthrough software updates.
Measurements can be takenquickly and reliably with the onscreen reading stability indicator
and selectable read modes– Auto-Read, timed or continuous with hold function. The data log
collects up to 2000 measurement sets with time and date stamp and the non-volatile meter
memory preserves all data, even with the loss of power. Use Thermo Scientific™Orion™Star
Com™software to facilitate data transfer from the meter to acomputer via USB or RS232,
export data to an Excel spreadsheet or comma separated value file (.csv) and print data to a
network or local printer.
Utilize the Orion Star stirrer probe for meter-powered and meter-controlled sample stirring with
five selectable stirring speeds. Use the stirrer probe with the included electrode stand to simplify
placement into and out of solutions and eliminate the need for magnetic stir bars and plates.
The IP54-rated dust andsplash resistant meter housing offers the flexibility to place themeter
where it is needed – on the bench or wall-mounted to save space. Foradded site adaptability,
power the meter using the included universal power adapter or optional four AAbatteries.Six
Orion Star A210 series benchtop meters are available to meet your exact measurement needs.
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Chapter1|Meter Introduction
Orion Star A211 pH Benchtop Meter
Measure pH, mV, relative mV or ORP with temperature
Orion Star A212 Conductivity Meter
Measureconductivity,TDS, salinity or resistivity with temperature
Orion Star A213 RDO/DO Meter
Measure dissolved oxygen as % saturation or concentration with temperature using either
RDO®optical or polarographic DO sensors
Orion Star A214 pH/ISE Meter
Measure ion concentration using an ion selective electrode (ISE), pH, mV, relative mV or ORP
with temperature
Orion Star A215 pH/Conductivity Meter
Measure pH, mV, relative mVor ORP with temperature on channel one and
measure conductivity, TDS, salinity or resistivity with temperature on channel two
Orion Star A216 pH/RDO/DO Meter
Measure pH, mV, relative mVor ORP with temperature on channelone and
measure dissolved oxygen as % saturation or concentration with temperature on channel two
Packing List
Orion Star A210 series benchtop meters and meter kits include the following items:
•Meter-attachable electrode stand and holder
•Universal power adapter
•Literature CD
•Printed quick start guide
•Computer interface cable
•Meter test certificate
Each Orion Star A210 seriesmeter is fully testedand certifiedby Thermo Fisher Scientific and
a certificate of calibrationis included with each meter. For specific meter and kit contents, refer
to the Ordering Information section. Visit our website at www.thermoscientific.com/OrionMeters
to download the complimentary Orion Star Com data transfer computer software and Star
A200/A300 series USB driver.
Intended Use
Please read this referenceguide thoroughly. Any use outside of these instructions may
invalidate the meter warranty and cause permanent damage to the meter.
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2
Meter Basics
Using the Universal Power Adapter
A universal power adapter (Catalog Number 1010003) with US, EU, UK and China plug plates
is included with the Orion Star A210 series benchtop meters. This universal power adapter is
specifically for use with Star A210 series benchtop meters. Use of otherpower adapters can
damage the meter and void the warranty.
1. Select the appropriate plug plate for the power outlet that will be used.
2. Remove the clear plastic cover from the groove on the back of the poweradapter.
3. Slide the appropriate plug plate into the groove on the back of the poweradapter.
4. Connect the assembled power adapter to a power outlet and the meterinput labeled Power.
A surge protector or uninterrupted power supply (UPS) is also recommended.
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Chapter2|Meter Basics
Installing Batteries (Optional Power Source)
1. Select four new AA alkaline batteries.
2. Confirm that the meter is powered off.
3. Turn the meter over, with the meter display facing down, on a clean dry surface.
4. Remove the battery compartment cover – push down on the battery compartment tab and
lift the battery compartment cover up.
5. Install the newbatteriesin the batterycompartment, orientating the batteries asshown in
the battery compartment housing.
6. Replace the battery compartment cover andturn the meter over, with the meter display
facing up.
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Chapter2|Meter Basics
Attaching the Electrode Stand and Holder
The electrodestand can be attached to either side of the meter and upto two stands can be
attached to each meter. A weighted base (Catalog Number STARA-HB) is also available to
support the stand without attachment to the meter.
1. Open the box containing the electrode stand. The box will include a baseplate, electrode
arm, pivot pin, electrode holder, ATCspacer and RDOclip.
2. Turn the meter over, with the meter display facing down, on a clean dry surface.
3. Identify the side of the meter that the stand will be installed on and remove the screw
between the circles on that side of the meter.
4. Align the base plate of the stand with the circles on the meter.
5. Replace the screw from step 3 to attach the base plate to the meter.
6. Turn the meter over, with the meter display facing up.
7. Insert the electrode arm into the metalpost on thebase plate.
8. Connect the electrode holder to the electrode arm using the pivot pin.
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Using the Electrode Holder
Place electrodes in the stand for easy movement in and out of containers during calibration,
sample measurement and storage. Recommended electrode positions are shown below.
12 mm holder with optional ATC
probe insert
Stirrer probe holder
Holder with 20°angle for gas
sensing ion selective electrodes
Optional RDO optical dissolved
oxygen sensor holder
12 mm flexible holder for pH, ORP
and ion selective electrodes
15 mm holder for conductivity and
dissolved oxygen sensors
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Chapter2|Meter Basics
Meter Connections
The following diagram depictsall the possible meter connections available on theOrion Star
A210 series benchtop meters. Some Star A210series benchtop meters will have fewer
connections, depending on the meter’s measurement capabilities.
Connector Function Applicable Meter Models
Power
Connect the universal power adapter (included with
meter) to power the meter
All Star A210 series meters
Stirrer
Connect an Orion Star stirrer probe (Catalog Number
096019) for meter-controlled and meter-powered sample
stirring with five selectable speeds
All Star A210 series meters
USB
Connect the USB cable for bi-directional data transfer
and communication via USB to a printer or computer
All Star A210 series meters
RS232
Connect the RS232 cable for bi-directional data transfer
and communication via RS232 to a printer or computer
All Star A210 series meters
BNC
Connect a pH electrode, ORP/redox electrode or ion
selective electrode (ISE) with BNC connector
Star A211, Star A214,
Star A215, Star A216 meters
Ref.
Connect a half-cell reference electrode with standard 2.5
mm pin-tip connector
Star A211, Star A214,
Star A215, Star A216 meters
ATC/CON
Connect an ATC temperature probe with 8 pin MiniDIN
connector
Star A211, Star A214,
Star A216 meters
Connect a conductivity sensor or ATC temperature probe
with 8 pin MiniDIN connector
Star A212, Star A215 meters
Ground Use to reduce interference generated by other equipment All Star A210 series meters
DO/RDO
Connect a dissolved oxygen sensor (either RDO optical
or polarographic) with 9 pin MiniDIN connector
Star A213, Star A216 meters
Orion Star A210 series benchtop meters are compatible with the same electrodes and sensors
used with Thermo Scientific™Orion™Versa Star™meters and legacy Thermo Scientific™Orion
Star™and Star Plus meters. This includes the Thermo Scientific™Orion™ROSS Ultra™Triode™
pH/ATC electrodes, Thermo Scientific™Orion™ROSS™pH electrodes and Thermo Scientific™
Orion™DuraProbe™conductivity sensors.
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Orion Star A211 pH Meter Connections
Orion Star A212 Conductivity Meter Connections
Orion Star A213 RDO/DO Meter Connections
Orion Star A214 pH/ISE Meter Connections
Orion Star A215 pH/Conductivity Meter Connections
Orion Star A216 pH/RDO/DO Meter Connections
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Chapter2|Meter Basics
Meter Keypad
The Orion Star A210 series benchtopmeter keypad includes menu-specific function keys that
update on the display for fastand efficient meter operation and shortcut keys for easy
navigation to themeasurement, setup, data log and calibration logmenus.
Key Icon and Name Function
f1, f2, f3
Press the f1, f2 and f3 function keys to perform the action shown above
each key on the display.
power
Press the power key to turn on the meter.
When the meter is powered on, press and release the power key to switch
the display backlight on and off.
Press and hold the power key for about three seconds to turn off the meter.
measure (esc)
Press the measure (esc) key in the Auto-Read measurement mode to start
a new measurement.
Press the measure (esc) key to escape the current mode or menu and
return to the measurement mode.
log view
Press the log view key to access the data log and calibration log from the
measurement mode.
stirrer
Press the stirrer key to turn the stirrer probe on and off in the continuous or
timed measurement mode and the calibration edit mode.
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Key Icon and Name Function
setup / up arrow (p)
Press the setup key to enter the setup menu from the measurement mode.
Press the up arrow (p)key to scroll up through a list of items.
mode / right arrow (u)
Press the mode key to change the measurement mode of the displayed
channel.
Press the right arrow (u)key to scroll right through a list of items.
log/print / down arrow
(q)
Press the log/print key to manually log and/or print a measurement,
depending on the selected measurement mode and data output settings.
Press the down arrow (q)key to scroll down through a list of items.
Hold / left arrow (
t
)
In the continuous measurement mode, press the hold key to lock (freeze)
the current displayed measurement and press the hold key again to release
(unfreeze) the measurement.
Press the left arrow (t)key to scroll left through a list of items.
Function Keys
The following image shows the f1, f2 and f3 keys with their corresponding actionsabove each
function key on the meter display. Pressing the f1 (cal) key will prompt the meter to enter the
calibration mode. Pressing the f2 (sample ID)key will prompt the meter to enter the sample ID
setup mode. Pressing the f3 (setup)key will prompt the meter to enter the mainsetup menu.
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Chapter2|Meter Basics
Meter Display
Measurement Display Examples
The following displays are examples only. Actual meter displays will vary based on the selected
meter setup parameters, active calibration data, etc.
Orion Star A211 pH Measurement Display
Orion Star A212 Conductivity Meter Display
Orion Star A213 RDO/DOMeter Display
Date and time
Method
mV corresponding to main measurement
Main measurement units
Main measurement mode
Calibration points from most
recent active calibration
Main measurement value
Temperature measurement
and source
Date and time
Method
Main measurement units
Main measurement mode
Calibration points from most
recent active calibration
Main measurement value
Temperature measurement
and source
Temperature compensation setting
Date and time
Method
Main measurement mode
Barometric pressure
Main measurement value
Temperature measurement
and source
Salinity value
Main measurement units
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Orion Star A214 pH/ISE Meter Display
Orion Star A215 pH/Conductivity Meter Display
Display each channelseparately or both channels simultaneously using the f3 (channel) key.
Orion Star A216 pH/RDO/DO Meter Display
Display each channel separately or both channelssimultaneously using the f3 (channel) key.
Date and time
Method
mV corresponding to main measurement
Main measurement units
Main measurement mode
Main measurement value
Temperature measurement
and source
Channel 2 main measurement value
Channel 2 main measurement units
Channel 2 main
measurement mode
Channel 1 main
measurement mode
Channel 1 main measurement value
Channel 1 main measurement units
Date and time
Channel 1 temperature
measurement and source
Channel 2 temperature
measurement and source
Channel 2 main measurement value
Channel 2 main measurement units
Channel 2 main
measurement mode
Channel 1 main
measurement mode
Channel 1 main measurement value
Channel 1 main measurement units
Date and time
Channel 1 temperature
measurement and source
Channel 2 temperature
measurement and source
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Chapter2|Meter Basics
Measurement Display Icons
Display Icon
Description
Shown when the meter is running on AC power
Shown when the meter is running on battery power
Indicates when data is exported to a computer or printer
Indicates when a measurement is recorded in the data log
Shown when an alarm is set and the alarm is triggered
Indicates the RS232 port is selected for printer or computer interfacing
Indicates the USB port is selected for printer or computer interfacing
Displays the active temperature measurement and indicatesthe source as an
ATC temperature sensor (ATC) or manually entered temperature value (MAN)
Shown when the hold key is pressed and displayed measurements are frozen,
press the hold key a second time to release the hold function
Indicates a calibration has been successfully completed, flashes when the
calibration alarm is set and the alarm is triggered
Indicates the pH electrode condition as good (two bars), fair (one bar) or bad
(slash through it), based on the last saved calibration and electrode stability
Indicates the active measurement method number, M100 and M200 are the
default methods and indicate a password-protected method is not in use
Stability indicator will flash stabilizing while the measurement is changing and
show ready when the measurement is stable
When the read type is set to Auto-Read, the icon will flash while the reading is
stabilizing and remain solid when the reading is stable and locked on the display
Indicates the sample ID function is active, the operator assigned number is
shown to the right of the icon
Indicates the user ID function is active, the operator assignedname is shown to
the right of the icon
pH Electrode Condition Icon
Orion Star A211 pHmeters, Orion Star A214 pH/ISE meters, Orion Star A215 pH/conductivity
meters and Orion Star A216 pH/RDO/DO meters include a pH electrode condition icon. Inthe
measurement mode, the pH electrode condition icon indicates the performance ofthe pH
electrode, based on the lastsaved calibration and electrode measurement stability.
Icon
pH Electrode Status
Electrode condition is good. The electrode slope is in the range of 95.1% to 104.9%.
Electrode condition is fair. The electrode slope is 85.1% to 95%or 105% to 114.9%.
Electrode condition is bad. The electrode slope is 85% or lower or 115%or higher. Consult the
pH electrode manual for instructions on how to clean, condition and troubleshoot the electrode.
Note: This is a general indicator of overall electrodestatus – always refer to the pH electrode
user manual forspecific information on therecommended slope range for each pH electrode.
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Chapter2|Meter Basics
Meter Models and Measurement Capabilities
The table below shows the available models of Orion Star A210 series benchtop meters and
their available measurement modes. All measurements include temperature.
Meter Model
Channel 1
Measurement Modes
Channel 2
Measurement Modes
Temperature Modes
Star A211 pH Meter
pH
n/a
mV
Automatic
RmV
Manual
ORP
Star A212
Conductivity Meter
Conductivity
n/a
TDS
Automatic
Salinity
Manual
Resistivity
Star A213
RDO/DO Meter
DO as % Saturation
n/a Automatic
DO as mg/L
Star A214
pH/ISE Meter
pH
n/a
mV
Automatic
RmV
Manual
ORP
ISE
Star A215
pH/Conductivity
Meter
pH
Conductivity
mV
TDS
Automatic
RmV
Salinity
Manual
ORP
Resistivity
Star A216
pH/RDO/DO Meter
pH
mV
DO as % Saturation
Automatic
RmV
DO as mg/L
Manual (Ch 1 only)
ORP
Meter Maintenance
•For routine metermaintenance, dust and wipe with a damp cloth. If necessary, warmwater
or mild water-based detergent can be used.
•Meter maintenance can be performed on a daily, weekly or monthly basis, as required by
the operating environment.
•Remove any spilled substances immediately from the meter or module using the proper
cleaning procedure for that spill type.
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3
Meter Setup Menus
Main Setup Menu
The main setup menu of the Orion Star A210series meters contains menus for measurement
settings, instrument settings, calibration and data logs and meter diagnostics in one location.
General Setup Menu Navigation
1. In the measurement mode, press the setup key to access the main setup menu.
2. Press the p, q, tor ukey to scroll through and highlight a setupmenu icon and press
the f3 (select) key to access the submenus for the selectedmenu.
3. Press the por qkey to scroll and highlight a submenuoption and press the f3 (select)
key to access the parameters for the selected submenu.
4. Perform the appropriate actions to set the parameters and settings in theselected menu.
a. To select a value from a list ofoptions, press the por qkey to highlight the desired
value and then press the f3 (select) key to set the value.
b. To enter a numeric value, usethe popup number entry screen.
i. Press the f3 (edit) key to open the number entry screen.
ii. Press the p, q, tor ukey to highlighta number,
decimal point or negative sign and then press the f3
(enter) key to select the highlighted item. Repeatuntil the
desired value is shown at the top of the screen.
iii. Press the f2 (done) key to save the value and exit thenumber entry screen.
5. Press the f1 (back) key to navigate out of a menuand press the measure (esc) key to
return to the measurementmode at any time.
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