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Installation
3.5 Interfaces
The instrument has three USB ports and one Ethernet port as
standard. They are located on the front and rear of the instrument
( Figure 1 Figure 2, page 15 ).
The USB type A ports are used for communications with a printer,
USB memory stick or keyboard. A USB memory stick can be
used to update the instrument software.
The USB type B port is used for communications with a PC. The
optional Hach Lange Online Data software must be installed on
the PC for this use.
A USB hub may be used to connect several accessories at a
time.
Note: USB cables must not be longer than 3 m.
These USB ports permit data to be exported to a printer or PC
and also allow the instrument software to be upgraded (refer to
section 6.1.2, page 87 ). The Ethernet port supports real-time data
transfer in local networks, LIMS systems or SC controllers. Only
use a shielded cable (e.g. STP, FTP, S/FTP) with a maximum
length of 20 m for the Ethernet port.
3.6 Cuvette compartments and cuvette adapters
3.6.1 Cuvette compartments and adapter
Open the cuvette compartments by sliding the cuvette
compartment cover to the left.
The cover lowers to the side next to the cuvette compartments.
Note: If there are long intervals between uses, close the cuvette
compartment cover to protect the optics of the instrument from dust and
impurities.
The instrument has two cuvette compartments ( Figure 3 ). Only
one cell type at a time can be used for a reading.
Cell compartment (1) for:
•
11 mm round cuvettes
Note: Insert cuvette adapter Z into the cuvette compartment (2).
Table 1 Interfaces
Interfaces Description
USB (Type A) This USB port can be used to connect a printer, a USB memory stick or a keyboard.
USB (Type B)
This USB port is intended only for the connection between the instrument and a PC (when the
relevant software is installed).
Ethernet
The Ethernet port is intended for data transfer to a PC without installed software or in a local
network . Only use a shielded cable (e.g. STP, FTP, S/FTP) with a maximum length of 20 m for
the Ethernet port.