Metrohm NIRS XDS SmartProbe Analyzer - Manual (Page 60)

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7.2.1 Performance Test
Performance Test is a comprehensive test of instrumental performance, and is the final assurance that
the instrument is ready to run samples. The key items verified during this test are:
• Instrument Noise in each of four wavelength regions
• Internal Wavelength Performance (wavelength positions on non-traceable, internal reference
materials.)
• Internal Wavelength Precision (Repeatability)
• NIR Gain
• Visible Gain
The test is initiated as follows:
Select Performance Test from the
Diagnostics menu. Click on Run
Performance Test.
Verify that the Smart Probe is inserted into the
Reference position as shown.
When prompted, squeeze the trigger on the Smart
Probe handle to start Performance Test.
As the test runs, a screen like that shown below is displayed. Upon test completion, a message box is
displayed to indicate test completion and status.