Vaisala Spectrum 4.0 - Manual (Page 22)

Getting Started
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Setting Up and Using Spectrum—Overview
The main steps in setting up and using Veriteq Spectrum are:
1. Ensure that the data loggers are calibrated. (See page 16.)
2. Connect the data loggers to the PC. (See page 16.)
3. Select a communications port. (See page 17.)
4. Configure the data logger. (See page 18.)
5. Place the data logger in the area you want to monitor and collect samples
for the desired time. (See page 33.)
6. Transfer the raw data in the form of a Logger file (.spl) to the PC. (See
Chapter 4.)
7. Insert Logger files (.spl) into Graph files (.spg). (See Chapter 5.)
8. View, copy, customize and print Graph files. (See Chapter 5.)
9. View, copy, customize and print Reports. (See Chapter 6.)
Ensuring Data Loggers are Calibrated
Veriteq SP-Series Data Loggers are calibrated at Veriteq Instruments and
should be calibrated on a suitable frequency as determined by the accuracy re-
quirements of the application in which the product is used.
Veriteq Instruments recommends a 90-day interval for the most critical appli-
cations, while a one-year interval may be adequate for less demanding situa-
tions.
To calibrate your loggers, contact Veriteq Instruments for pricing, lead times,
and delivery arrangements.
Note: Treat the calibration process very carefully. The consequences of poor
calibration can be very expensive. Veriteq SP-Series Data Loggers are
high-accuracy instruments. In order to maintain the specified accuracy,
it is essential to have trained calibration personnel, strict calibration
procedures, and proper test and calibration facilities. If you have ques-
tions about the calibration process, contact Veriteq Instruments.
Connecting Data Loggers to PCs
To connect your data logger to a PC using USB or Serial cable:
1. USB only: Using the supplied Veriteq Spectrum + USB cable driver CD,
install USB drivers on your PC.