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The best precaution is to ensure that the operating temperature is constant during
measurements, and preferably cool, and that sensor and samples have time to reach an
equilibrium temperature. This may be more difficult when operating in the field.
4.4.2. Wet Conditions
Caution:
These instruments are protected against the ingress of moisture but operation in
very wet conditions should be avoided.
Note:
Some sensors can be operated while submerged in water: see product brochure for
further information.
4.4.3. Noise and Interference Check
Caution:
These instruments should not be operated close to high power radio transmitters,
heavy electrical machinery, computers, or other electrical or magnetic equipment.
Note:
The unit is unlikely to be affected by interference from other equipment in the
normal operating environment. However, by their nature the sensors are susceptible
to electromagnetic interference and operation close to a radio frequency source with a
frequency close to the operating frequency of the sensor should be avoided. It is important
to position the sensor to minimise interference and obtain the best performance.
Select the normal sensitivity, x1.0 range. With no sample present, first press the ‘Z’ button and
then select continuous measurements on the ‘M’ toggle switch. If fluctuations of greater than ±1
least significant digit per reading appear on the display then external electrical noise should be
suspected. In this case the only solution is to re-site the equipment.
Before using the laboratory sensors, first check the selected area for freedom from large ferrous
objects by moving the sensor and watching for any changes on the display.
4.4.4. Electromagnetic Compatibility
The MS2 meter and sensors contain no high frequency electronics likely to cause emissions
that could affect other apparatus. Emissions are minimised by the use of a rechargeable
battery charged from a mains adaptor and decoupling of the internal switched mode power
supply. The sensors generate a small magnetic field so very sensitive equipment such as SQUID
magnetometers will be affected if placed in close proximity.
4.4. Software
The available software is described in the product brochure and is supplied with individual
operation manuals.
Bartsoft
is the most up to date software package and can be used to operate
both the MS2 and MS3 meters.
Multisoft
is an older software package that is only compatible
with the MS2 meter. The
Geolabsoft
software is intended for use only with the MS2 X/T
Temperature Susceptibility System.
