Aethlabs microAeth MA200 Quick Start Guide

microAeth
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MA Series MA200, MA300, MA350 Quick Start Guide
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microAeth
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MA Series MA200, MA300, MA350 Quick Start Guide
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Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of an AethLabs microAeth® MA Series Black Carbon
monitor. This guide is a short introduction to setting up and using your microAeth
instrument. Please refer to the MA Series Manual for more detailed information.
Carefully unpack the instrument and accessories from their packaging. Check to identify
that all items are present and that there is no damage. Retain original packaging for safe
storage and shipping of the instrument.
The small size and light weight of the microAeth MA series instruments will allow you
to gather data in a wide range of mobile or stationary applications. The MA series lter
cartridge enables unattended operation from multiple weeks to a year, depending on
the model, settings, and environmental factors. Optimization of performance across this
breadth of applications requires an understanding of operational settings, precautions, and
maintenance procedures. The following recommendations provide general guidelines.
Charging the microAeth
Before using the instrument, the internal battery can be charged by plugging it in to
external power using the barrel jack power adapter. Battery runtime varies with settings
and age of the pump and battery.
The on-board screen displays a lightning bolt to the left of the battery indicator in the top
right corner, when the instrument is turned on, connected to an external power source
using the 5V barrel jack port.
lightning bolt
charging symbol
Charging times with instrument turned o:
MA200: DC via barrel jack AC adapter: ~3 hours
MA300: DC via barrel jack AC adapter: ~11.75 hours
MA350: Sealed connector DC via barrel jack AC adapter: ~11.75 hours
Table of Contents
Introduction 3
Charging the microAeth 3
Important information Before Getting Started 4
Installation & Environmental Considerations 5
Recommendations and Best Use Practices 7
MA200 Included Items 8
MA300 Included Items 10
MA350 Included Items 12
Operation 14
Turn On:
Turn O:
On-board Status Indications:
Menu Options:
During Startup:
During Sampling:
Operating Parameters:
Filter Tape Cartridge Removal and Installation 17
To remove lter tape cartridge:
To install lter tape cartridge:
Performing Measurements 20
To Start Sampling and Measrements:
To Stop Sampling and Measrements:
USB Communication, Conguration, & Data Export 21
To connect and congure the microAeth using the microAeth Manager application:
To download data to the microAeth Manager local database:
To export downloaded data from microAeth Manager to data les on computer:
To delete all data on the microAeth:
Calibration 24
Cleaning & Maintenance 25
Status Codes 25

Aethlabs microAeth MA200 Specifications

General

Brand	Aethlabs
Model	microAeth MA200
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English