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PECTRUM

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User’s Guide

MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY

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Page 1: ...SPECTRUM TWO N User s Guide MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY...

Page 2: ...ular purpose PerkinElmer shall not be liable for errors contained herein for incidental consequential damages in connection with furnishing performance or use of this material Copyright Information Th...

Page 3: ...cal requirements 26 Environment 26 Specifications 27 Unpacking the Spectrometer 28 Opening the shipping container 28 Choosing Your Connection Method 30 Installing your Spectrum Two N 32 Connecting the...

Page 4: ...libration 91 Exit Spectrum Software 92 Maintenance 95 Overview 96 Cleaning the Spectrometer 97 Changing the Desiccant 98 Purging the Spectrometer 101 Purging the sample compartment 102 Purging the ins...

Page 5: ...Introduction...

Page 6: ...are Maintenance Appendices NOTE This manual shows details for using your instrument with the Spectrum software package version 10 6 or later If you have Spectrum ES or AssureID software please refer t...

Page 7: ...o press two keys at the same time for example ALT F All eight digit numbers are PerkinElmer part numbers unless stated otherwise The term instrument refers to either the Spectrum Two N FT NIR spectrom...

Page 8: ...os recuadros como ste se proporciona informaci n sobre este tipo de circunstancias Warning Danger Nous utilisons la formule WARNING DANGER pour avertir des situations pouvant occasionner des dommages...

Page 9: ...como ste se proporciona informaci n sobre este tipo de circunstancias Caution Attention Nous utilisons le terme CAUTION ATTENTION pour signaler les situations susceptibles de provoquer de graves d t r...

Page 10: ...10 Spectrum Two N User s Guide...

Page 11: ...Warnings and Safety Information...

Page 12: ...Policy The information provided does not cover every safety procedure that should be practiced Ultimately maintenance of a safe laboratory environment is the responsibility of the analyst and the ana...

Page 13: ...al power cable before opening any ports or covers on the instrument unless otherwise directed in the maintenance procedures described in this manual or in Spectrum Spectrum ES or AssureID software DO...

Page 14: ...a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired Only use the instrument under the following environmental conditions Temperature 4 C to 45 C Relat...

Page 15: ...s of IEC 61010 1 IEC 60950 or equivalent standards A Spectrum Two N has An IEC Installation Category Overvoltage Category II classification suitable for connection to local level power supplies An IEC...

Page 16: ...ector that enables the sample compartment to be purged using clean dry oil free air or nitrogen The recommended flow rate is 4 L min It also has two connectors that enable the instrument body to be pu...

Page 17: ...dans tous les cas o ce symbole est utilis pour conna tre la nature du danger potentiel et les actions prendre A warning label is attached to the source compartment Figure 1 Refer to Replacing the Sou...

Page 18: ...that this equipment is not for house hold use A A United States FCC United States FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 1...

Page 19: ...An Overview of the Spectrum Two N...

Page 20: ...rument AVI feature Spectrum Two FT IR spectrometers with temperature stabilized detector Temperature stabilized high performance InGaAs indium gallium arsenide NIR detector for enhanced signal to nois...

Page 21: ...unique humidity shield design part of the OpticsGuard system protects the spectrometer from environmental conditions meaning it can be used in more challenging environments In addition the internal hu...

Page 22: ...chantillons CaF2 install es dans certains spectrom tres Spectrum Two N FT NIR bien que rev tues pour viter d tre endommag es par de petites quantit s de condensation peuvent tre endommag es par de gr...

Page 23: ...t design of the Spectrum Two N means that the instrument can be easily transferred between environments The simple user installation and fast warm up time means that the instrument can be set up quick...

Page 24: ...L1390029 The Heatable Transmission Module HTM for the Spectrum Two N NIR allows for easy elevated temperature measurements on samples in the mid IR or Near IR regions of the spectrum the module accept...

Page 25: ...Unpacking and Installation...

Page 26: ...trument to circuits that have heavy duty equipment connected such as large motors If possible do not use photocopiers discharge lamps radio transmitters and other equipment with large or frequent tran...

Page 27: ...Operating temperature range 5 C to 45 C Storage temperature range 20 C to 60 C Maximum relative humidity 80 non condensing with CaF2 windows If you intend to operate your instrument regularly at tempe...

Page 28: ...the shipping container sealed inside a silver bag that protects the windows from condensation 1 Remove the items from the box and check that all the following parts are present Part Number Descriptio...

Page 29: ...e spectrom tre doit tre autoris atteindre la temp rature de son environnement avant d tre retir du sac de protection afin d emp cher la formation de condensation sur les fen tres CaF2 Cela signifie le...

Page 30: ...the Administrator s Guide for your software for information on configuring the PC network adaptor We recommend that you do this before installing Spectrum Spectrum ES or AssureID software Over a wire...

Page 31: ...instrument C EXT DETECTOR port This port enables to you power the optional wireless router accessory alignment tool or connect an external accessory D Rear diagnostic LED Provides information on the...

Page 32: ...h your instrument If you are supplying your own computer make sure that it meets the minimum requirements for hardware and software set out in the PC Requirements section of the Administrator s Guide...

Page 33: ...strument Figure 12 Figure 12 Power adaptor port on rear of the instrument 3 Connect the region specific mains power cable provided to the power supply adaptor and connect it to the mains power supply...

Page 34: ...trument is connected to the mains power Before connecting your spectrometer to the PC you must install Spectrum Spectrum ES or AssureID software NOTE Once your instrument has been set up in one softwa...

Page 35: ...he other end of the cable into a USB 2 0 port on your PC 3 Click Test USB on the USB and Wireless Connection Instructions dialog The software checks that the USB drivers have installed correctly and t...

Page 36: ...o the PC using the wireless router The following procedure describes connection using the PerkinElmer configured wireless router not supplied with the instrument The wireless router is powered by the...

Page 37: ...and the Spectrum Two 4 Connect the cable from the power supply adaptor to the 18 V DC port on the rear of the instrument Figure 18 Figure 18 Power adaptor port on rear of spectrometer 5 Connect the S...

Page 38: ...D is lit Figure 20 Figure 20 Wireless router LEDs indicate ready for use 9 Switch on your PC and then connect to the PerkinElmer FT IR Wireless network You will need to enter the network security key...

Page 39: ...you can only connect to one spectrometer at a time PerkinElmer FT IR software does not support simultaneous connection to multiple instruments on the same PC Connecting the spectrometer to the PC usi...

Page 40: ...or s Guide part number L1050019 for more information Connecting the spectrometer via a network If you want to install your spectrometer using an Ethernet connection over a network you must 1 Assign th...

Page 41: ...f for example the IP address of your PC is 195 112 170 255 and the subnet mask is 255 255 0 0 then your instrument IP address must be 195 112 x x Refer to the Administrator s Guide for your software f...

Page 42: ...have AssureID software select Configure Instruments from the Configure Instruments and Accessories group on the Tools menu The Instrument Install Wizard starts OR If you have Spectrum or Spectrum ES s...

Page 43: ...RM you will need to remove the sample compartment cover Figure 24 if fitted Open the cover raise it to the vertical position and then lift it upwards clear of the instrument Store the cover in a safe...

Page 44: ...sory is pivoted too far forward on the sample area ledge it will not move correctly into position OR For other baseplate mounted accessories drop the accessory baseplate gently onto the ledge Figure 2...

Page 45: ...ory information on the Setup Instrument tabs Figure 27 Setup Instrument Basic tab showing a NIRM For information on using your accessory refer to the User s Guide supplied with your accessory For Perk...

Page 46: ...en laboratories within your establishment we recommend that you use the Spectrum Two Carry Case part number L9004199 If you need to ship your spectrometer or return it to PerkinElmer following instrum...

Page 47: ...Getting Started with Spectrum Software...

Page 48: ...iliarize yourself with the Spectrum customizable workspace and the additional user assistance that is available on screen Help and Tutorials Check that the components of your spectrometer are working...

Page 49: ...ound spectrum before every sample for the first couple of hours of use 2 From the Start menu select Programs the PerkinElmer Applications group the Spectrum sub group and then the Spectrum application...

Page 50: ...previously without connecting to an instrument select work offline Spectrum starts The first time you connect to your instrument the Component Checks will run 5 When the Component Checks are complete...

Page 51: ...ur spectra The Navigation Pane F on the right which contains shortcuts The Dialog Pane E at the bottom which you use to adjust parameters or enter information when for example setting up your instrume...

Page 52: ...avigation Pane Global Toolbars At the top of the workspace are the Global toolbars A which include the File bar and the Measurement bar displayed by default and the optional Instrument Settings bar NO...

Page 53: ...etting Started with Spectrum Software 53 Status Bar The Status Bar I located at the bottom of the workspace shows user information messages and the current status of the instrument Figure 30 Status ba...

Page 54: ...find further information about using Spectrum software to control set up and adjust your instrument To open the Help file select Contents from the Help menu This menu also includes links to on screen...

Page 55: ...t the window is clean before collecting a background The background spectrum is displayed briefly and then the Viewing Area is prepared for data collection from your sample 2 Place your sample in the...

Page 56: ...e 33 Spectrum displayed in the Viewing Area If you want to change any of the default instrument settings select Instrument from the Setup menu to display the Setup Instrument tabs For more information...

Page 57: ...t transmittance values of 0 5 1 2 and 4 T For information regarding calibration of optical attenuator see Appendix 5 Calibration Procedure for Optical Attenuators The 1 beam attenuator is the default...

Page 58: ...pplication To display more information about an individual test double click on its name in the list to display the Quality Checks Help Figure 36 Setup Instrument Advanced tab in Spectrum When you col...

Page 59: ...5 Figure 37 Quality Checks result shown in the Information Pane To see which Quality Checks passed and which identified a problem select the History tab of the spectrum in the Viewing Area and refer t...

Page 60: ...ated new spectra they will be added to the Data Explorer with _n appended to the name to create a unique Sample ID Spectra created by processing are not saved automatically For more information see Sa...

Page 61: ...seline correction and peak detection and labeling Identification Several processes in Spectrum can be used to help identify your sample Peak Table The results of a peak table can be used to compare pe...

Page 62: ...fer to Reporting on page 75 The parameters used in the Compare process are defined on the Setup Compare tabs Select Compare from the Setup menu to display the Setup Compare tabs On the Setup Compare R...

Page 63: ...ce spectrum Search The Search process is used to confirm the identity of an unknown sample by comparison with a reference library or spectra The results are displayed on the Search tab in the Viewing...

Page 64: ...the Search tab when a Search process is run By default your spectrum is compared with each reference spectrum over the range where the spectra overlap But if you are particularly interested in a regi...

Page 65: ...s the maximum height between two points Max Height The Bases section enables you to define the baseline that is used when determining the peak area or height Figure 49 Peak Area Height dialog When the...

Page 66: ...own in the Details section For each sample the source spectrum and any spectra generated as part of the analysis are displayed in the graph below the Quant results in the lower left quadrant of the Se...

Page 67: ...re the Quant calibration includes more than one prediction Property select which ones will be included when the Quant method is run Figure 50 Figure 52 Quant method details On the Setup Report Default...

Page 68: ...or optional arguments A tooltip will be displayed when you enter a function to show you the correct syntax The first argument is often spectrum which if set to All will be applied to all spectra selec...

Page 69: ...en click Settings To run the equation select the spectrum or spectra you want to process in the Data Explorer and then select the equation from the Equations sub menu of the Process menu Macros As wel...

Page 70: ...he Compare Verify Quant or Search options During multiple accumulations the results are displayed and then updated as the data collection progresses Figure 57 Scanalyze options The Compare Verify Quan...

Page 71: ...not Figure 58 Saved and unsaved spectra displayed in the Results Table You can save your spectra in the following ways Using the Auto Save option when collecting spectra Using the Save Save As and Sa...

Page 72: ...a open in Spectrum Save Binary Use the Save Binary option in the graph to save the spectrum as a sp file Select a curve and then right click to display a context menu Select Save Binary and then brows...

Page 73: ...ult save location refer to the Setup Instrument Data Collection tab Export You can export your spectra at any time using the Export option from the File menu The Export Data dialog displayed lists the...

Page 74: ...oft Office installed on your PC refer to the Spectrum Administrator s Guide part number L1050095 for troubleshooting information You can also use the Send To menu to send your data to Bio Rad s KnowIt...

Page 75: ...mation Report You can generate a report of your results at any time using the Report option from the File menu Figure 63 Figure 65 Report dialog You can generate a report as rtf rich text format or pd...

Page 76: ...results Figure 66 Example report showing Compare result NOTE You can also create a report as part of an Output step in a Macro See the Macros tutorial and the Spectrum on screen help for more informat...

Page 77: ...its can also be set to nanometers or microns and the Accumulations required either as a number of scans or as a length of time You can also set the Resolution in cm 1 You can also save and export inst...

Page 78: ...diameter to deliver a resolving power of 1800 However this same diameter may be used achieve 2 cm 1 at 3600 cm 1 or 1 cm 1 at 1800 cm 1 providing that the optical path difference set by the Resolutio...

Page 79: ...to remove any external J stop card Figure 67 Figure 69 Setup Instrument BeamPath tab The J Stop size selected and the Resolution will be recorded as part of the Instrument Settings on the History tab...

Page 80: ...ions tab in the Laboratory Scheduler Refer to the Spectrum on screen Help for details To run the Component Checks on demand Select Component Checks from the Instrument Checks sub menu on the Measureme...

Page 81: ...mponent Checks dialog with source failure If the Component Checks identify a problem that may require investigation by a PerkinElmer Service Representative refer to IRTechSupport PERKINELMER COM for a...

Page 82: ...y display is listed in Table 3 Table 3 Humidity Shield status information Status Appearance Humidity Range Action Required Normal 0 10 No action is required High 20 20 39 Desiccant change is recommend...

Page 83: ...tions up to five years However if your spectrometer is used or stored in an environment that has high levels of humidity you are advised to use the Humidity Shield to check the humidity of your instru...

Page 84: ...til the LED turns from solid green to solid yellow If you are connected to the instrument in Spectrum software the Setup Instrument tabs Measurement menu and the Scan toolbars will be disabled Figure...

Page 85: ...t such as Daylight Savings Time connect to the instrument using either Spectrum Spectrum ES or AssureID To put the instrument in Power Save Mode at any time Select Power Save Mode from the Measurement...

Page 86: ...is For the Contamination Check this would be before preparing each sample A Ready Check is specific to the current instrument configuration Instrument Verification which provides basic checks to deter...

Page 87: ...ur Quant Method before scanning your samples The concentration of a control sample is calculated using the Quant Method and compared with the known concentration If it is within limits defined during...

Page 88: ...llects the spectrum of a NIR polystyrene reference sample It then measures the wavenumber at the specified peaks If the wavenumber value is within the tolerances defined during setup the check passes...

Page 89: ...coming the following issues Non linearity due to resolution The measured spectrum is temperature dependent Lineshape and calibration are affected by J stop and sample or accessory When CO2 H2O is swit...

Page 90: ...ometers Differences can occur between instruments when using different sampling accessories and when components are changed AVI enables calibration and lineshape to be maintained The Absolute Virtual...

Page 91: ...for the current configuration and resolution AVI Calibration To set up an AVI Calibration Select Standardize from the Measurement menu OR Select AVI from the Adjustments Toolbox accessed via the Setup...

Page 92: ...he File menu OR Click the at the top right of the Spectrum window The Save Options dialog is displayed 2 Select whether to Save unsaved datasets save any unsaved data and open Spectrum with your defau...

Page 93: ...Getting Started with Spectrum Software 93...

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Page 95: ...Maintenance...

Page 96: ...ple compartment windows Replacing the source Replacing the main board air filter NOTE You must use the appropriate Replacement Wizard in Spectrum Spectrum ES or AssureID software to replace the source...

Page 97: ...ide of the instrument using a damp cloth If necessary a mild detergent may be used Before you clean the entire instrument always perform a patch test on an inconspicuous area Avoid spilling liquid int...

Page 98: ...the Desiccant change due in days option on the Setup Instrument BeamPath tab in Spectrum software Figure 82 Figure 84 Setup Instrument BeamPath tab in Spectrum If the desiccant change due date has pas...

Page 99: ...he instrument must be switched on and you must be connected to the instrument in Spectrum Spectrum ES or AssureID software You can start the Desiccant Replacement Wizard from the Adjustments Toolbox o...

Page 100: ...N User s Guide 3 Click The Desiccant Replacement Wizard is displayed 4 Follow the instructions on screen When you have the completed the procedure the Desiccant change due in days is reset automatica...

Page 101: ...on dioxide A typical cylinder of dry nitrogen or dry air stores 6 26 m3 at 1 4 104 kPa 220 ft3 at 2200 lbf in2 Make sure that the gas is free of oil water or dirt particles larger than 25 m 0 001 inch...

Page 102: ...eille de gaz ou une autre alimentation haute pression utilisez toujours un r gulateur de pression et r glez la pression un maximum de 6 9 kPa 1 lbf in2 avant de commencer le d bit Purging the sample c...

Page 103: ...apr s la fabrication Les boulons dans les orifices de raccordement de la purge de l instrument sont marqu s d une peinture inviolable Si vous brisez les joints sur l instrument vous invaliderez la ga...

Page 104: ...kit Figure 86 Figure 88 Instrument purge inlet port straight connector 8 Screw one of the right angled connectors supplied into the inlet port and tighten using the pliers Figure 87 Figure 89 Tighten...

Page 105: ...ronment Figure 91 Tubing connected to instrument purge inlet port 13 Feed the purge outlet tubing through the tubing clip and the outlet port and position it to vent to a suitable location for example...

Page 106: ...s Guide OR If you have finished purging your instrument replace the bolts you removed in Step 6 NOTE If you have mislaid the bolts fit the blanking bolts instead then contact PerkinElmer Customer Care...

Page 107: ...sories group on the Tools menu CAUTION ATTENTION The source element is brittle and can be broken if not handled properly Be careful when removing and installing the source Before starting the source r...

Page 108: ...completed the procedure we recommend that you run the Component Checks to confirm that your instrument is working correctly 6 Allow the source temperature to stabilize for approximately 2 hours befor...

Page 109: ...on the optical surface of the window Veillez ne pas humidifier la surface apicale de la fen tre Ne pas toucher ou respirer sur la surface optique de la fen tre The instrument must be switched on and y...

Page 110: ...110 Spectrum Two N User s Guide 4 Follow the instructions on screen...

Page 111: ...ter is washable in water Ensure it is thoroughly dry before replacing it in the instrument 1 Disconnect from the instrument in your software if applicable 2 Disconnect the instrument from the mains po...

Page 112: ...N The main board contains static sensitive devices Do not touch the main board or electrical components when changing the main board air filter La carte principale contient des p riph riques statiques...

Page 113: ...r and secure with the screws retained in Step 2 Ensure that the white main board cable shown in Figure 94 is not trapped when you replace the compartment cover but passes through the cut out in the in...

Page 114: ...e Optional parts Part Number Description L1600238 Spectrum Two N Portability Pack L1600233 Spectrum Two N Battery Pack includes a 12 V car adaptor L1600246 Spectrum Two N Wireless Router Kit L9004128...

Page 115: ...Replacement Kit L1600244 SP2 Desiccant Replacement Kit L1390104 Spectrum Two N CaF2 Window Replacement Kit L1601717 SP2 Main Board Air Filter L9004169 USB Cable L1200466 Ethernet Crossover Cable L139...

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Page 117: ...Appendices...

Page 118: ...ent It can also be used to connect direct to the PC Ethernet 5 V 100 mA C EXT DETECTOR This port enables to you power the optional Wireless Router or connect an external accessory Female high density...

Page 119: ...The NIR Polystyrene Re Calibration TRM Kit part number L1250475 contains a polystyrene reference sample for use when calibration validity of original TRM expires Spectrum 10 STD and Spectrum ES Data...

Page 120: ...Content technicalinfo dts_instrumentdeconprocedure pdf Alternatively if you do not have access to the internet contact Customer Care Customer Care USA 1 800 762 4000 inside the USA 8 30 a m 7 p m EST...

Page 121: ...t is the most effective means of protecting the customer s environment The requirements for waste collection reuse recycling and recovery programs are set by the regulatory authority at your location...

Page 122: ...s 1 Place sample in sample compartment and collect a Background scan Sample of choice should be sufficiently absorbing such that the detector is not saturated without use of the optical attenuator Whe...

Page 123: ...ns Ports 23 Optical System 21 Power Switch 23 Sample Compartment 21 H HTML Help 6 Humidity Shield 82 I Identification 61 Compare 62 Peak Table 61 Search 63 Installation Connecting to Electrical Supply...

Page 124: ...vents and Samples 16 Use of Nitrogen 16 Sample Area Cover Removing 43 Sampling Accessory Changing 43 Saving Spectra 71 Scanalyze 70 Search 63 SendTo 74 Shipping Container Opening 28 Software Component...

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