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2.2 Software:
The ICT Instrument software is fully resizable on screen and compatible with the
following Operating Systems:
a.
b.
Windows Vista
c.
Windows 7
d.
Windows 8
and 8.1
Windows Virtual OS run from a Mac computer
3 Charge the HFD Sap Flow Meter Internal Battery
The HFD is a self-contained instrument that incorporates
a
dual power supply consisting of a
4V, 1A lithium polymer battery, located between the circuit boards and a large capacity 4 v
5A Lithium battery located within the end cap at the top of the instrument where the
needles exit. Before use the instrument MUST be charged. To choose from a range of
charging options see section 3 –
Charging - Powering the Instrument .
The unique power-bus plug design was developed by ICT to simplify the electrical wiring
process. It minimises the need for custom tools in the field
,
requiring only that the outer
cable sheath be stripped back to expose the copper wire. As shown below no other tools are
required with all necessary components and fixings fully incorporated into the instrument
design. Retaining straps ensure the power-bus plugs do not separate from the instrument
when removed from the power-bus during wiring preparation and connection of external
power.