Thermo Scientific Star Series User manual

Orion Star™
Series Meter
Abridged User’s Guide
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Table of Contents
Chapter I Introduction
PasswordProtectedMethods ........................................EN-1
AUTO-READ™ ....................................................EN-1
StirrerControl.....................................................EN-2
SMART STABILITY™ and SMART AVERAGING™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN-2
Chapter II Display
GeneralDescription ................................................EN-3
Chapter III Keypad
GeneralDescription ................................................EN-5
ConvenienceFeatures ..............................................EN-6
Audible Signals & Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN-6
AutomaticShut-off...............................................EN-6
IconDefinitions....................................................EN-7
Chapter IV Preparation
InstallingthePowerAdapter..........................................EN-9
InstallingBatteries ................................................EN-10
ConnectingtheElectrodes..........................................EN-12
TurningontheInstrument ..........................................EN-14
Chapter V Menu Setup
NavigationTips...................................................EN-15
GeneralMenuSettings.............................................EN-16
TimeandDateSetup..............................................EN-18
Continuous, Timed, or AUTO-READ™Measurement Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN-20
SelectingMeasurementMode.......................................EN-22
SettingCalibration.................................................EN-23
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Chapter VI pH Technique
pHSetup........................................................EN-25
pHCalibration....................................................EN-27
pHMeasurement.................................................EN-28
Chapter VII Dissolved Oxygen Technique
DOSetup.......................................................EN-29
DOCalibration ...................................................EN-31
DOMeasurement.................................................EN-33
Chapter VIII Conductivity Technique
ConductivitySetup................................................EN-35
ConductivityCalibration............................................EN-37
ConductivityMeasurement .........................................EN-39
Chapter IX ISE Technique
ISESetupOptions ................................................EN-41
PreparationofStandards ...........................................EN-43
ISECalibration ...................................................EN-44
ISEMeasurement.................................................EN-45
Chapter X Terms and Conditions
Warranty........................................................EN-47
Chapter XI Declaration of Conformity
WEEECompliance................................................EN-53
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Chapter I
Introduction
Congratulations! You have selected an industry-leading Orion Star Series meter
designed for electrochemistry measurement in the field or in the laboratory.
• 2 & 3-Star meters provide single measurement of pH, dissolved oxygen,
or conductivity.
• 4-Star meters provide dual-parameter measurements of pH/dissolved oxygen,
pH/conductivity, or pH/ISE (ion selective electrode).
• 5-Star meters provide multi-parameter measurements including mV/ORP.
Built to meet the demands of busy, multi-user laboratories or plant environments, all
meters are microprocessor controlled aiding in the delivery of accurate and precise
measurements. The waterproof portable meters can even withstand submersion
for short periods of time without any negative effect on operation. To better meet
the needs of users in environmental protection and control, food and beverage,
pharmaceutical, and consumer product laboratories, the Orion Star Series meters
include these key features:
• Password Protected Methods – Meter’s memory will save up to ten custom
measurements and calibrations for future reference. Password protection of
each method eliminates any tampering with methods as multiple users access
only the procedure most appropriate to their work.
• AUTO-READ™ – The instrument starts a measurement and automatically prints
or logs data when the reading becomes stable.

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• Stirrer Control – Benchtop meters (3-Star and higher) have stirrer control for
the 096019 Stirrer Probe and the AUTO-STIR™ BOD probe, eliminating the need
for additional stir plates and stir bars.
• SMART STABILITY™ and SMART AVERAGING™ – Remove the
guesswork by automatically compensating for measurement conditions thus
optimizing response time.
An easy-to-reference Quick Start Guide, attached to each meter, supports
daily use.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using your benchtop or portable meter.
Any use outside of these instructions could invalidate your warranty and/or cause
permanent damage to the meter.
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Chapter II
Display
General Description
Throughout a given process, the LCD on any Orion Star Series meter provides
Temperature and Calibration data. The setup only appears when the meter is
in setup mode. The indicates an error condition; when displayed with the , a
sensor quality issue exists.
will be discussed in greater detail in Chapter V, Menu Setup.
Depicted here is the primary LCD of the 5-Star meter capable of multi-parameter
measurement.
Temperature
Calibration
5 Star Meter
pH/ISE/ORP
Unit
Conductivity
Unit
DO Unit

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Note: the lowest 3 lines of data correspond to what is being measured. s
ApH, mV, Rel mV, or ISE
BConductivity, TDS, Salinity, or
Resistivity
CDissolved Oxygen % Saturation,
DO Concentration,
or Barometric Pressure
Units of measure, displayed on the right side of the screen, will flash until the
reading is stable.
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Chapter III
Keypad
General Description
Keypad layout is the same for all Orion Star Series meters. The portable and 2-Star
benchtop meters have 9 keys. The 3-, 4-, and 5-Star benchtop meters have 10 keys
due to the addition of a button.
Power Back Light
View Log
Measure
Save/Print
Scroll Up
Calibrate
Setup
Scroll Down
Digits
Stirrer On/Off,
(not on 2-Star pH)
Measure
Save/Print
View Log
Power
Line Select
Digits
Setup
Calibrate
Back Light
Portable Keypad
Benchtop Keypad
Line Select
Scroll Up
Scroll Down

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The center area of the ergonomically designed keypad is the focal point for setting
up and navigating the meter. In particular, and / are used frequently to
change LCD views.
Convenience features include:
• Display Backlight – A quick press of will turn the backlight on and off.
When the meter is operating on battery power, the backlight will automatically
turn off after two minutes to conserve power. When batteries are low, the
backlight will no longer turn on.
• Automatic Shut-off – All Orion Star Series meters will shut down after 20
minutes without a keypress. This maximizes battery power on portable meters,
or benchtop meters being run on battery power.
• Audible Signals – The meter will beep whenever a key is pressed providing
immediate verification that the user’s input was received.
• Visual Alarm Signals – Flashing and indicate calibration settings
need adjustment. For more detail, refer to subsequent sections of this manual
discussing specific measurement techniques.
To become familiar with each function, please review these icon definitions.
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Icon Definitions
Key Description Key Description
• Turns meter on, if shut off.
• Toggles backlight on and off,
if meter is on.
• If meter is on, holding down
will turn off the meter.
• Changes measurement mode
of the selected line.
• Changes selected line in setup,
methods and log view modes.
• Edits the value of the flashing
digit for setup, password entry,
and calibration modes.
Switches arrow on left of the
screen between 3 display lines
to select and edit.
Changes selected digit to
edit and moves decimal point
when changing values in setup,
password entry, and calibration.
Starts calibration for currently
selected line in measurement
mode.
• If arrow is pointed to the top
line and the current units
are pH, will start a pH
calibration.
• Each time is pressed in
the calibration it will accept
the current point value and
move to the next cal point
until the max # of cal pts are
performed, then it will return
to measurement mode.
• Prints and logs a measurement
in continuous or timed
measurement modes.
• Prints, logs, and freezes screen
when the reading becomes
stable in AUTO-READ™ mode.
• Exits setup menu and returns
to measurement mode.
• Accepts calibration and returns
to measurement mode.
Enters setup menu starting
with selected line in
measurement mode:
If arrow is pointed to top line
and current units are ISE, then
will enter the ISE setup
screen.
Enters log view and download
screens.
Turns stirrer on and off.
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Chapter IV
Preparation
Installing Power Adapter
The universal power supply that is included with your benchtop meter is the ONLY
power supply source recommended for use with this unit. Use of any other power
supply will void your meter warranty.
The external electrical power supply is rated to be operated at 100-240 VAC, 0.5 A,
50/60 Hz.
Based on your power source, select one of the four plugs provided – 110 V, 220 V,
240V – and slide it into the grooves on the adapter. A click will be heard when the
plug is properly in place.
Connect the output plug of the power supply to the power receptacle on the
benchtop meter. Refer to the diagram in section Connecting the Electrodes.

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Installing Batteries
Orion Star Series meters use four AA Alkaline batteries. Do not use lithium or
rechargeable batteries. Improper installation of non-alkaline batteries could create a
hazard.
Note: For benchtop meters — installation of batteries is not required if the unit
will always be connected to a power source via the universal power supply. s
1. Confirm meter is off.
2. Gently place meter upside down on a clean, lint-free cloth to prevent scratching
of LCD.
3. Remove the battery case cover.
4. Insert new batteries with the “+” pole oriented as depicted in the battery
compartment housing.
5. Replace the cover.
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6. Stored data, calibrations and methods will remain in the meter’s nonvolatile
memory when batteries are being replaced, however, date and time may need
to be reset.
Note: For portable meters — Batteries are supplied and installed from the
factory. s
To access the battery compartment in portable meters, loosen the two screws
in the center back of the meter. Note these are captive screws that cannot be
completely removed.
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Connecting the Electrodes
Follow the diagrams below to correctly connect electrodes and probes to the meter.
The 5-Star meter is depicted; other meter models will have fewer connections.
Benchtop Meter – Electrode Connections
Portable Meter – Electrode Connections
Stirrer jack,
stirrer or DO
AUTO-STIR™
Reference
pH or ISE
Cond
or ATC
8 pin
DO
9 pin
Ground
BNC
Power
RS232
RS232
BNC
Cond or
ATC 8 pin
DO 9 pin
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Some connections serve multiple uses, for example:
• Use the BNC input to connect pH, ISE and ORP combination and sensing
electrodes with a waterproof BNC connector.
• Benchtop meters have a pin tip input for a separate reference electrode. These
require an appropriate BNC sensing electrode for measurement.
• The 970899WP dissolved oxygen probe can be used with the
BNC connector.
• Use the waterproof 8 pin MiniDIN connector for conductivity probes.
• The waterproof 8 pin MiniDIN connector is also used for automatic temperature
compensation (ATC) probes.
• The DO AUTO-STIR™ probe uses the waterproof 9 pin MiniDIN connector and
the stirrer jack for the smaller connector.
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Turning On the Instrument
With the batteries installed in the portable meters, or either the batteries installed or
line power attached to the benchtop meter, press the to turn on the instrument.
A quick press of the after the meter has powered up will toggle the backlight on
and off. When the benchtop meter is drawing line power, the backlight will stay on
until turned off with the . To turn off the meter press and hold the for
3 seconds.
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