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AIRKit

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User Guide

Содержание AIRKit

Страница 1: ...AIRKitv1 User Guide ...

Страница 2: ...it Contents 3 Overview 5 Setup 6 Step 1 Prepare the case 6 Step 2 Insert the brains connect the nose 7 Step 3 POOOOOWER 8 Step 4 Start measuring 9 Using your AIRKit 10 Troubleshooting 12 Warnings 13 Notes 14 Version 1ab NovDec 19 ...

Страница 3: ...al AIRKit This guide will help you assemble your AIRKit and give you a glimpse into the effects of CO2 With AIRKit you will assemble your own CO2 sensor and be able to record the levels of carbon dioxide in the air around you wherever you may be ...

Страница 4: ...bles x2 to connect things 6 The AIRKit case just a box 7 The case cover to make it look good 8 9 Volt battery for POOOOWER 9 Battery connector to transfer the power 10 Switch to switch the AIRKit on and off 11 USB C cable alternative power or re programming 12 Plastic feet x3 to keep the microcontroller in place 13 20 cm of sticky foam to keep other bits in place ...

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Страница 6: ...and affect our wellbeing In 2018 average atmospheric carbon dioxide levels were 407ppm This is the highest level in 800 000 years Measuring and becoming aware of the CO2 levels around us can help us avoid high CO2 concentrations so we can live healthier lives With AIRKit you will assemble your personal CO2 sensor and record the levels of CO2 in the air around you wherever you may be ...

Страница 7: ... the case cover 7 along the solid black lines Glue the cover to the outside of the AIRKit case 6 Taking care follow the scissor markings on the template and cut out holes for the following CO2 sensor LED screen Assemble the box by folding the printed fold lines Make a hole on the back of the box large enough to thread the USB cable 11 through ...

Страница 8: ...sh the feet 12 through the holes on the microcontroller board 2 stick it to the inside of the box Using the I2 C cables 5 connect the microcontroller board 2 to the CO2 sensor 3 and the LCD Screen 4 The I2 C connectors only fit one way Make sure you are connecting them to the I2 C ports on the board not the UART they are labelled Once everything is connected place all the components in the box ...

Страница 9: ...d 9 and connect the battery connection cord to the power switch 10 Connect the power switch cable to the round jack barrel power socket on the Microcontroller board 2 Leave the 9V battery and power switch inside the box you can use the saved piece of foam to stick them to the box ...

Страница 10: ...ntroller board 2 If you wish to power the AIRKit for a long period of time connect the AIRKit to a USB power source by connecting the USB C cable to the micro controller board Close the box so that the CO2 Sensor is exposed to your surroundings Leave for 10 seconds to allow the sensor to settle and display the first true value of your CO2 exposure Enjoy and start experimenting ...

Страница 11: ...tdoor air level 350 1 000 typical level found in occupied spaces with good air exchange 1 000 2 000 level associated with complaints of drowsiness and poor air 2 000 5 000 level associated with headaches sleepiness and stagnant stale stuffy air Poor concentration loss of attention increased heart rate and slight nausea may also be present 5 000 this indicates unusual air conditions where high leve...

Страница 12: ... try opening a window or increase the air flow around the area you are in Try to work out what else makes the CO2 reading change Note The CO2 sensor will record 30ppm of the true concentration level Take you AIRKit with you make a note of the levels of CO2 displayed on the chart printed on the box DATA 500 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1500 2000 Classroom Bedroom Kitchen Car ...

Страница 13: ...sconnect and reconnect the I2 C cable on both ends and reset the board If this still doesn t work it is likely to be a power supply issue Therefore check the battery is not flat or that the USB cable is plugged in correctly If the LED screen starts flickering or buzzing check the battery level Sometimes a low battery can have this effect The 9V battery is only intended to power the device for shor...

Страница 14: ...nents are a choking hazard Do not leave within reach of children below 6 years old Do not have any liquids around the device at any time The warranty provides 12 months full cover against a faulty or non functional component If you find a faulty component simply return the whole kit to us together with proof of purchase We will send a replacement AIRKit to you BonaCaeli is a trade name of BPP Tech...

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